About this goal
Ryan Babel receives a pass to feet around 25 yards out, and proceeds to whip a magnificent first time effort across the box into the top left corner.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 22/30
It is the angle which makes it special, as Babel is facing almost the corner flag when he generates enough curl to find the opposite corner.
Technical Difficulty 21/30
To find that much power and accuracy, from that angle, is hugely impressive.
Uniqueness 13/20
Beckham and Gerrard have examples of this type of reverse-whip in their back catalogue.
Importance 5/10
Both teams ended up going down soon after, so it wasn't important at all.
Standard of Opposition 5/10
Cardiff
FootballCritic Verdict
Babel has shown over the years he is capable of fleeting moments of brilliance, and this is one of his best.
Goal video
Goal scorer
Ryan Babel
Attacking Midfielder (Left),Attacking Midfielder (Right),Forward (Centre),Forward (Left)
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