His goal may have only come as late insurance against the Colorado Rapids Saturday, but Victor Rodriguez had a critical role in Seattle’s win. The Spanish winger finished with a goal and an assist for the Seattle Sounders, a huge benchmark in his attempt to overcome an injury-laden season.
“I needed this game,” Rodriguez said. “I needed this result. I needed this goal. It’s very important for me and the team. Especially for me. I’ve had a hard season with injuries and I needed this game and our fans and the help of my teammates.