He arrived in Newcastle ready to make his debut in Round 4 after Visa issues prevented him and his family from entering the country. Rodríguez capped his debut for the Newcastle Jets by coming on as a substitute and scoring two goals in ten minutes making him an instant fan-favorite.
After visa complications delayed his arrival, Rodríguez made his Newcastle Jets debut in Round 4. He came off the bench and scored two goals within ten minutes, instantly becoming a beloved player among fans.