Thiago Martins
New York City Football Club/D/
BrazilPlayer Info
Thiago Martins is a Brazilian centre-back who brings top-level experience and defensive solidity to Major League Soccer's New York City FC. The 30-year-old is a modern defender, comfortable in possession and strong in the tackle. Martins developed at Ponte Preta in Brazil before making a significant move to Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan, where he won the J1 League title and established himself as one of the league's best defenders. His success in Japan led to his high-profile transfer to NYCFC, where he has become a defensive leader. A highlight was scoring a crucial header in an MLS Cup Playoff match to help his team advance. His honors include the J1 League championship and being named to the J-League's Best XI. Martins is known for his calm demeanor and excellent passing range from the back. He is a complete defender whose intelligence and technical ability make him a cornerstone for his club.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2022/02/06
Yokohama F. Marinos
New York City Football Club3636363€
Transfer
2020/01/31
Palmeiras - SPYokohama F. Marinos1800000€
Transfer
2020/01/30
Yokohama F. MarinosPalmeiras - SPLoan Ended
2018/08/13
Palmeiras - SPYokohama F. MarinosLoan
2017/12/30
Bahia - BAPalmeiras - SPLoan Ended
2017/09/05
Palmeiras - SPBahia - BALoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
New York City Football Club
USA MLS2026
Matches
Games Played
22
Games Started
22
Minutes Per Game
1942
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
3
Accurate Passes Per Game
1604
Key Passes Per Game
3
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
71
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
18
Interceptions Per Game
12
Clearances Per Game
110
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
8
Be Fouled Per Game
3