ATLANTA | Atlanta’s Martinez wins MVP award in Major League Soccer
ATLANTA — Josef Martinez choked up a bit when he saw his grandparents in the front row.
On most days, he’s not susceptible to tears.
This time, he couldn’t help himself.
A teary eyed Martinez claimed the MVP award from Major League Soccer on Wednesday after shattering the record for goals in a season and leading Atlanta United to the championship game.
While he normally speaks through a translator, the 25-year-old Venezuelan gave the first part of his acceptance speech in English.
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