Marcos Cerato Nominated for USL Championship Goal of the Week
USL FC Tulsa

Marcos Cerato Nominated for USL Championship Goal of the Week

August 11, 2025 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
FC Tulsa News Release


TULSA, OK - FC Tulsa forward Marcos Cerato has been nominated for the USL Championship Goal of the Week following his outstanding finish in Tulsa's emphatic 5-2 victory over New Mexico United on Saturday night at ONEOK Field.

Cerato's nomination is for his strike at the 50:33 mark, coming just moments after halftime. With Tulsa already in front, the Brazilian attacker seized the moment - latching onto a pass, taking a deft touch to create space, and curling a precise effort beyond the New Mexico goalkeeper. The goal ignited the second-half surge and helped seal a statement win for the league leaders in front of their home supporters.

The victory, powered by five different goal-scorers, reinforced Tulsa's dominance at the top of the table and showcased the team's attacking depth. Cerato's clinical finish stood out in a match filled with quality moments, earning him a place among the week's top performers.

Week 23 Goal of the Week Nominees

Lewis Hilton (Tampa Bay Rowdies) - 22:04

Jansen Wilson (Louisville City FC) - 27:30

Ousman Jabang (New Mexico United) - 40:19

Marcos Cerato (FC Tulsa) - 50:33

How to Vote

Fans can vote for Cerato's strike in the USL Championship Goal of the Week fan poll, now live at uslchampionship.com.

Voting is open through Thursday at 12:00 PM ET, with the winner announced later that day at 4:00 PM ET on the league's official social media channels.

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