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Rhode Island FC sign forward Maxi Rodriguez

SMITHFIELD, RI– Rhode Island FC have signed midfielder Maximiliano “Maxi” Rodriguez upon expiration of his contract with Detroit City FC.

He will occupy a senior roster slot.

Maxi Rodriguez celebrates winning the NISA Championship with Detroit City FC in 2021.

Maximiliano “Maxi” Rodriguez is a 29-year-old, 5’11 170lb midfielder from San Antonio, Texas.

At the club level, Rodriguez has played 201 career games (15,231 minutes) across the United States. Rodriguez began his career with San Antonio FC (2017-18). Following the end of his stint in San Antonio, Rodriguez joined USL League One side Richmond Kickers (2019). He then signed for NISA side Detroit City FC (2021-2024) and helped assist in their jump to the USL Championship.

He was a member of the USL Championship First Team All-League in 2o24.

In total career numbers, the midfielder has contributed 40 career goals, 15 assists, along with 38 yellow cards and 1 red card.

RIFC Logo. Image Courtesy of Rhode Island FC.

Khano Smith and Rhode Island FC now set their sights on improving their roster ahead of the 2025 USL Championship campaign.

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Hello! My name is Caleb Pongratz. I am a 23-year-old journalist that covers Major League Soccer, MLS NEXT Pro, USL, USL Championship, USL League One, USL League Two & the United States Men's National Team. I'm originally from Hanover, Massachusetts and currently reside in Boston, Massachusetts. Schooling: • Hanover High School (2016-2020) • Suffolk University (2020-2024) - Graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications - Broadcast Journalism. Career within Soccer: • Played club soccer from U6-U18 (Select FC, Boston Bolts, Liverpool International Academy) • Captain of Hanover High School Boys' Soccer (High School) • Played NCAA Division 3 Soccer for Suffolk University in the Coastal Commonwealth Conference for 4 seasons • C Licensed US Soccer Coach • Licensed US Soccer Referee • SafeSport & Intro to Safe & Healthy Playing Environments Certified

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