7.8

About this goal

Suarez nicks the ball around the defender before picking the perfect moment to arrow a half volley into the far corner.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 25/30

 

The flight path on the eventual finish is mesmerising, as the ball explodes off Suarez's boot.

Technical Difficulty 25/30

 

Suarez catches it on the half-volley, but he does so in an unconventional fashion, having to adjust his body just before the moment of contact.

Uniqueness 17/20

 

The build up with the touch around the defender before the emphatic finish. Not too many like this one.

Importance 6/10

 

A hat-trick goal in a demolition of Norwich.

Standard of Opposition 5/10

 

Norwich

FootballCritic Verdict

7.8

In one of the best individual performances in Premier League history, Suarez scored four here, with this one displaying just how unique a talent he is.

Goal video

Goal scorer

Luis Suárez

Forward (Centre)

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