Rookie Alonso Martínez and Matt Freese lead New York City FC to 2-0 win against CF Montreal

In a thrilling match on Wednesday night, New York City FC secured a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal, with rookie Alonso Martínez shining with goals in each half. Martínez's first goal came in the 9th minute after receiving a pass from fellow rookie Hannes Wolf, while his second goal in the 56th minute was assisted by Wolf and James Sands. This marked Martínez's eighth goal of the season, showcasing his growing impact on the team after a standout performance in May. Matt Freese's solid goalkeeping with three saves ensured New York City's fourth clean sheet of the season, further solidifying their position with an 11-8-2 record. Montreal, on the other hand, struggled as Jonathan Sirois made five saves but couldn't prevent the team from falling to their opponents. NYCFC continues to dominate the all-time series with a 12-2-5 lead over Montreal, who have faced challenges on the road with just two wins in their last 11 matches. Following this victory, New York City FC is set to hit the road for their next four matches after maintaining an impressive 8-3-1 record at home this season. Meanwhile, Montreal will return home to face the Vancouver Whitecaps, aiming to bounce back from their recent losses. The match highlighted the rising talent of Alonso Martínez and the cohesive teamwork within New York City FC, setting the stage for an exciting continuation of the season for both teams.