THIAGO MARTINS NEWS

Scores first MLS goal Martins scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Martins came in the clutch for his first MLS goal to give the team the go ahead goal. He's been one of the league's best defenders, averaging about 4.1 clearances per game while making 20 blocks with five clean sheets in 33 appearances, all of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martínez, Thiago Martins help NYCFC force deciding match with 3-1 victory over Cincinnati

Alonso Martínez and defender Thiago Martins scored first-half goals and New York City FC forced a deciding match with a 3-1 victory over FC Cincinnati at Citi Field

NOVEMBER 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leader in blocks, clearances Martins blocked two shots, made two interceptions and four clearances during Saturday's 5-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Martins was a part of the City back line that conceded just once, leading his side in blocks and clearances. The defender has combined for six clearances over his last three starts, but hasn't helped City to a clean sheet since July.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Helps New York to clean sheet Martins created a chance, blocked two shots, made an interception, a tackle and a clearance during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Chicago.

Impact Martins helped City keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back four Saturday leading the team in blocks and interceptions. The defender has combined for eight clearances and three blocks over City's last three matches, keeping clean sheets in two of them.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to two clearances Martins had two clearances in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Martins had a quiet day Wednesday in his first match back from a leg injury. He typically averages about 4.8 clearances per match, totaling 12 tackles (eight won). 11 interceptions and 10 blocks with three clean sheets in 16 appearances, all of them coming as starts.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns as starter against Galaxy Martins (leg) is in the starting lineup in Wednesday's visit to LA Galaxy.

Impact Martins completed a quick recovery in time to take a center-back spot away from Strahinja Tanasijevic. This is the Brazilian's 16th MLS start in 2024, as he stood out as an essential player prior to the injury. His team-high average of 5.1 clearances per game currently make up most of his defensive upside.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Injury deemed not serious Martins (leg) is still dealing with his injury, but it is less serious than thought, according to manager Nick Cushing, per the Hudson River Blue. "Martins been a little more comp...

Impact Martins seems to be on the mend following his leg injury, as the club identified the injury as just a little more of a knock than Kevin O'Toole, who recently rejoined team training, implying Martins shouldn't be far either. This is solid news for the club, as he is a regular starter. However, he will still likely miss Wednesday's match, being much more probable to return against Nashville on Saturday.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scratched from lineup Martins was taken off the starting XI with left leg tightness that was later marked as precautionary, per the Blue Balls Podcast.

Impact Martins' injury should not be anything of a concern, however he was a late cut from the lineup Friday. With the international break, the defender is expected to have an extra week to recover before the clash with Columbus on June 15. He's started all 15 games played for NYCFC, recording 76 clearances, which is the third most on the league.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Sunday Martins (undisclosed) will be available to face Colorado on Sunday, manager Nick Cushing told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. ""Everybody is healthy, It's competi...

Impact Martins departed the 2-1 win over Charlotte last weekend with an apparent injury, but it seems the defender won't miss any time. Expect Martins to remain in the starting lineup, as he's been ever-present in the XI for NYCFC this season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers undisclosed injury Martins suffered an undisclosed injury during New York City FC's 2-1 win Saturday against Charlotte. He logged four clearances and two interceptions across 99 minutes.

Impact New York City FC's latest game being prolonged to nearly 100 minutes cost Martins, who suffered the undisclosed injury that caused him to be replaced by Strahinja Tanasijevic. The latter or Tayvon Gray would have to be one of NYCFC's primary center-backs if their injured teammate cannot go for their game against Colorado on May 5.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Racking up clearances Martins has started and played the full 90 in New York City FC's first two matches of the 2024 season, racking up 11 clearances in that span.

Impact Martins is expected to lead New York City's defensive line this season, and the defender has looked active in the early stages of the campaign. He averaged 4.5 clearances per game in 2023, so it's safe to expect him to remain busy at the back for a NYCFC side that started the season with back-to-back road losses to Charlotte and St. Louis City.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in finale Martins generated 11 clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Chicago Fire.

Impact Martins took over as the main leader int he back line after the departure of Maxime Chanot. He recorded 24 starts in 26 appearances while generating 117 clearances, which averaged about 4.5 per game.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps NYCFC to clean sheet Martins took one shot (on goal) and made four clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Martins was a part of the NYCFC back four that kept a clean sheet on Saturday, leading the team with four clearances. The center back has made five consecutive starts for New York after recovering from knee surgery in June.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back quicker than expected Martins subbed in during the 62nd minute of the match against Columbus on Saturday.

Impact Martins made a remarkable recover after having knee surgery in June. He could remain in the starting XI, however the club may not want to risk further injury and could use him off the bench until he is 100%.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out 6-8 weeks after knee surgery Martins has undergone an operation on his left knee and has been ruled out for 6-8 weeks while recovering, NYCFC announced Tuesday.

Impact Martins has already missed his side's last two games since injuring his knee in late May, and he'll now likely be sidelined through the start of the Leagues Cup in July after undergoing surgery. New York City has utilized a back-three formation in his absence thus far, with James Sands, Tony Alfaro, Justin Haak and Tayvon Gray (suspended) all making appearances alongside Maxime Chanot (suspended) in central defense already.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Martins (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with New England, according to the NYC FC injury report.

Impact Martins is the only NYC FC player on the injury report and he is ruled out for Saturday's clash. The defender missed a 3-1 loss to Cincinnati with a knee injury and evidently wasn't able to recover for Saturday's clash. Martins' next chance to return is a June 10 trip to Salt Lake.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Martins (ankle) will not be available to face FC Cincinnati this week, NYCFC manager Nick Cushing confirmed to reporters on Monday.

Impact Martins picked up an ankle injury in the second half of the loss to Philadelphia at the weekend and he will be sidelined against FCC on Wednesday. Tony Alfaro, James Sands and Tayvon Gray could all be options to replace him alongside Maxime Chanot in central defense.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forces off with ankle injury Martins was forced to come off during the 55th minute of Saturday's match against the Union with an apparent ankle injury.

Impact Martins picked up an ankle injury that forced him off the field Saturday. With the team facing Cincinnati on Wednesday, Martins will be in doubt to play, with a chance of James Sands moving back to center back if he is not fit to play. This was also the first game the defender has not played the full 90 minutes while also at risk of missing his first contest of the campaign.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues consistent starting role Martins generated one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Toronto FC.

Impact Martins is one of the few players left that has played in every minute of the match for the team this season, totaling 53 clearances and 12 tackles (eight won) in 10 games thus far. He is averaging 5.3 clearances a contest and is among the lead leaders of clearances in the league.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven clearances in win Martins had seven clearances and three tackles (one won) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Martins was the anchor in the back for the team, making huge plays to help keep the clean sheet Saturday. With the departure of Alexander Callens, Martins will be a regular starting center back alongside Maxine Chanot for the season, especially after totaling 17 clearances in just the first three matches of the year.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in draw Martins made a block, four clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Fire.

Impact Martins has continued alongside Maxime Chanot as the starting center-back pairing in New York City to begin 2023, and he's racked up 10 clearances across his first two starts as the team overall has underwhelmed so far.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starter for much of rookie season Martins kept 13 clean sheets in 29 appearances (28 starts) during his rookie season in MLS.

Impact Martins immediately broke into NYCFC's starting lineup after arriving from Japan in February, and the 27-year-old quickly formed a strong center-back pairing with either Alexander Callens or Maxime Chanot for the 2021 MLS Cup champions.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC hosts the New York Red Bulls in Eastern Conference play

New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls square off in Eastern Conference play

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlotte FC seeks to stop losing streak in matchup with New York City FC

Charlotte FC will try to break a three-game losing streak when it takes on New York City FC

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cincinnati plays New York City FC after shutout victory

A game after shutting out Charlotte FC 2-0, Cincinnati visits New York City FC

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS