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Alonso Martínez scored as NYCFC drew 2-2 with Inter Miami, ahead of a clash with LAFC.

New York City FC battled to a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF during the MLS is Back weekend on February 28. Striker Alonso Martínez made headlines by scoring his first goal of the 2025 season, showcasing his importance to the team. Martínez was NYCFC`s standout player in 2024, finishing as the top scorer with 6 goals and 3 assists in 26 appearances. His recent contract extension through 2027, with options for 2028 and 2029, solidifies his future with the club.

Looking ahead, NYCFC will face LAFC at BMO Stadium on March 3, in a highly anticipated inter-conference clash. LAFC has been dominant in MLS since 2018, leading the league in goals, wins, and points, while NYCFC ranks third in goals scored and is the reigning MLS Cup champion.

In other league developments, New England Revolution II has signed Swedish defender Gabriel Dahlin to a one-year MLS NEXT Pro contract after he earned the 2024 CAA Defensive Player of the Year honors at Monmouth University. Meanwhile, Indianapolis is actively pursuing an MLS expansion team, bolstered by the Simon family`s involvement. The winter transfer window saw league-wide spending reach the fourth-highest globally, according to Transfermarkt data.

Major League Soccer continues to evolve with these exciting developments.

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