Cristian Jesús Martínez (born 6 February 1997) is a Panamanian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ironi Kiryat Shmona and the Panama national team.

He scored in the 90+3', becoming the youngest Crew SC goal scorer in a regular-season match in club history.

[6] The club declined Martinez's contract option following the 2018 season, ending his time in Columbus after three years, 31 total appearances, and three goals.

[8] On 24 August 2019, Martínez joined USL Championship side Las Vegas Lights on loan for the remainder of the season.

On January 30, 2021, Cádiz CF announced his six-month loan to CD Plaza Amador of Panama.