ATLANTA — For Atlanta United fans, it doesn’t get any better than watching forward Josef Martinez score goals and lead the way for the Five Stripes.
After Atlanta United's 3-1 victory against Philadelphia Union on Saturday night, the leader for the MLS Golden Boot did something even more spectacular and rewarding off the field.
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Following the game, Martinez gave his jersey to an excited fan.
Nothing quite like receiving a kit from your hero @josefmartinez17 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/jeeZmIi8Xx
— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) June 4, 2018
Carlos Carrasquero Anzola, the owner of the Allstate Insurance Agency in Marietta, held his son in his hands as Martinez gave him his jersey.
#NewProfilePic pic.twitter.com/fuetvNrUKw
— Morocho Elio (@morochoElio) June 5, 2018
His son, Simon, cried tears of joy after getting the jersey.
My son's one of his happiest day ever.. Gracias @JosefMartinez17 @ATLUTD https://t.co/WvIFCTqAr9
— Morocho Elio (@morochoElio) June 4, 2018
Es mi hijo Simon Carrasquero de 8, y orgulloso de su origen, gracias por postear las cosas buenas de Venezuela.... Viva el fútbol!!! https://t.co/BPhlaiSHep
— Morocho Elio (@morochoElio) June 4, 2018
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