About this goal
Emmanuel Eboue floats a cross from the right towards the edge of the area, where Van Persie meets on the volley to smash into the roof of the net.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 25/30
Watching RVP hang in the air to make sure he catches the ball at the correct angle is impressive.
Technical Difficulty 24/30
The timing is key, even if it does hit him on the shin, to meet that cross at exactly the correct angle.
Uniqueness 15/20
Running volleys are rare and always enjoyable to watch.
Importance 7/10
Clinching goal in a win away at Charlton
Standard of Opposition 5/10
CHARLTON
FootballCritic Verdict
The shin connection does detract a little but it is still a hugely technically impressive volley from a player with a history of them.
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