Apr 16, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders FC forward Raul Ruidiaz (9) celebrates his second goal against the Minnesota United FC during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Let it be known that Seattle Sounders head coach Brian Schmetzer is not one to look a gift horse in the mouth. Not now, not ever.
And not when it comes to star forward Raúl Ruidíaz returning to his club, a major boost for a Seattle Sounders side that has had a very strong start to the MLS season.
Ruidíaz was a surprise omission from Peru’s national team ahead of Copa America, which begins on June 13 when host Brazil and Venezuela meet in the tournament’s opener.