Coach of USL side Phoenix Rising Rick Schantz has lauded influential captain Solomon Asante for his outstanding contribution to the team.

The Ghanaian forward scored twice as his side recorded their second consecutive win of the USL season in a 3-0 triumph against Oakland Roots FC.

His first goal came in the 10th minute when a turnover in the final third of pitch gave Dadashov a clear shot on goal that was saved, but Asante was there to finish the rebound.

Asante added to his tally in the 69th minute where Roots goalkeeper Zeus De La Paz tried a short pass to his defender but was cut off by Asante who slotted in the easy one on one chance.
Speaking after the match his coach lauded the contribution of the Ghanaian forward saying the whole squad looks up to him and he is the most loved in the locker room.

A key performer on the pitch today, Rising manager Rick Schantz said Asante's impact off it as just as important for the squad.

"I wish you guys knew how much he does for this team," said Phoenix Rising manager Rick Schantz. "Every player looks up to him, figuratively, and he is the most loved in the locker room. He is like a son to me and I am so fortunate to have a player like this and have to thank Didier and Patrice. He does so much more than score goals and I was really happy that he got his two goals today." he said.