About this goal
Cole collects the knock down from Drogba, turns sharply, and with Ferdinand and Vidic incoming, jinks past them both before smashing a strike into the top right corner.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 23/30
Cole's balance is absolutely terrific as he spins, while the burst of pace to get into the box is impressive too.
Technical Difficulty 24/30
Don't forget Ferdinand and Vidic were two of the best in the world at this point, and Cole makes them both look like amateurs.
Uniqueness 15/20
Cole's incredibly quick feet is such a tight space sets this apart from other individual efforts.
Importance 9/10
Clinched Chelsea the league, against their championship rivals no less.
Standard of Opposition 10/10
Man Utd
FootballCritic Verdict
In the biggest game of the league season, Cole stepped up with a moment of quality capable of winning any game, or championship.
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