About this goal
Johnson flicks the ball high over his own head, controls it, then powers his shot into the top corner from the edge of the area.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 14/30
The build-up is a little clumsy when Johnson's flick goes high in the air, though his next touch and shot are excellent.
Technical Difficulty 12/30
The touch is poor, but what followed after was neat.
Uniqueness 9/20
Unique largely due to its awkwardness. Johnson's scored better.
Importance 7/10
Goal in a tight away win over Blackburn.
Standard of Opposition 6/10
Blackburn.
FootballCritic Verdict
A bizarre goal and, quite rightly, has been totally and utterly forgotten.
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