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NYCFC Secures First Road Win of Season With Martínez Penalty

Toronto FC’s home struggles deepen as NYCFC ends five-match away winless streak with a 1-0 victory at BMO Field.

Toronto FC striker Federico Bernardeschi, left, tackles New York City FC’s Kevin O'Toole during first half MLS soccer action in Toronto on Saturday, April 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jon Blacker

Overview

  • Alonso Martínez converted a 64th-minute penalty, marking his sixth goal of the season, to give NYCFC a 1-0 win over Toronto FC.
  • The victory ended NYCFC’s five-match away winless streak to start the season, improving their record to 4-4-2.
  • Toronto FC extended their winless home run to four matches this season and have not won at BMO Field since September 14, 2024.
  • Toronto managed only one shot on target during the match and has scored just once in their first four home games of the season.
  • Key performances included goalkeeper Matt Freese earning his third clean sheet for NYCFC and Kosi Thompson’s goal-line clearance for Toronto.