David Villa has been named NYCFC’s Offensive Player of the Year for 2016.
The lethal Spanish striker takes the first of three annual awards given to recognize an Offensive Player, as well as our best Defensive Player and our overall MVP.
El Guaje was an obvious choice, having netted on 22 occasions this season, finishing second in the race for the league’s Golden Boot.
In addition to this title, David was named the Third Rail’s MVP for 2016, winning a fan vote for the supporters’ club’s recognition.
Commenting on that award and the appreciation he receives on a daily basis from NYCFC supporters, David said: “I’ve been here from the first day and I’ve always tried to work hard every day on and off the pitch and I think the people are happy with me because they show me every day on the internet, at Yankee Stadium and on the road.