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Martínez’s Stoppage-Time Strike Lifts NYCFC to 2-1 Road Victory

Ending a 13-match road win drought, New York City FC dealt Orlando City its fourth consecutive winless outing.

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JULY 16: Robin Jansson #6 of Orlando City reacts after scoring a goal in the first half of a game against the New York City FC at Inter&Co Stadium on July 16, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Robin Jansson gave Orlando City a 1-0 lead in the 36th minute with his first goal of the season.
  • An own goal by Kyle Smith off an Andrés Perea header leveled the match in the 87th minute following a corner kick.
  • Alonso Martínez capped a counterattack in the opening minute of stoppage time to secure the comeback victory.
  • Goalkeeper Matt Freese made six saves to counter Orlando’s early dominance and keep NYCFC in contention.
  • Orlando’s fourth straight winless result raises concerns about its playoff hopes and boosts NYCFC’s momentum in the Eastern Conference chase.