His place will be taken by Mark Chung, perhaps the MetroStars' most consistent player this season.
That chance came just seconds into injury time during the first half when Mark Chung's open shot from 15 yards hit the right post.
Diversification on the field - and off - is what Mark Chung is all about.
The free kick was set up when Alvarez fouled Mark Chung.
"Put yourself in their shoes," said 17-year-old Mark Chung, the owner's son.
He penetrated the defense, then passed to forward Mark Chung.
He was replaced by Mark Chung.
Mark Chung and forward John Spencer had banner years.
"We should never have allowed five goals," Mark Chung said.
Mark Chung, who scored the winning goal against Miami on Saturday, was a constant threat on the left side tonight.