NYCFC Extends Unbeaten Run with 1-0 Win Over FC Cincinnati

New York City FC secured a 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium, with Alonso Martínez scoring the decisive goal in the 55th minute. Martínez capitalized on a quick counter-attack, receiving a precise pass from Maxi Moralez and outpacing defenders before slotting the ball past goalkeeper Roman Celentano. This win extended New York City's unbeaten streak to five games and improved their record to 13-8-5, keeping them above the MLS Eastern Conference playoff line. Goalkeeper Matt Freese earned his seventh shutout of the season with five key saves, contributing to a strong defensive performance aided by the return of center back Thiago Martins. FC Cincinnati, now in second place in the conference with a 16-8-4 record, suffered their fourth home defeat of the season. The match was a competitive rematch of last year's playoff series between the teams, marked by intense play and several stoppages due to fouls and injuries.