Last week, Cristian Roldan considered himself lucky. Do it again and you have to call it skill.
For the second time in as many weeks, Roldan sent a rocket shot at an opposing goal and watched the ball land safely in the net. Saturday’s attempt from 26-yards out in the 5th minute was enough for his Sounders to collect a 1-0 win and three points against Houston.
The result is Seattle’s first victory since April 13, in front of 39,232 in attendance at CenturyLink Field.
Roldan, a defensive midfielder, had a similar score against Minnesota last week in the 42nd minute.