3.5

About this goal

Ekoku keeps his dribble alive with a few touches on his thigh before rounding the oncoming goalkeeper to slot home.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 12/30

 

Ekoku neatly goes around the keeper but it's not got much else to it.

Technical Difficulty 6/30

 

For a Premier League striker it's a straightforward chance, if taken well.

Uniqueness 5/20

 

Nothing much unique about it at all.

Importance 6/10

 

Completing a rout of Everton.

Standard of Opposition 6/10

 

EVERTON

FootballCritic Verdict

3.5

Not really sure what this goal is doing anywhere near the list.

Goal video

Goal scorer

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Efan Ekoku

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