Ashley Cole VS Aston Villa

Aston Villa 1 - 3 Arsenal (Feb 5, 2005)

8.1

About this goal

Cole goes on an overlapping run beyond Bergkamp and catches the goalkeeper out with a quickfire half-volley into the far corner.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 25/30

 

It happens so fast - Henry, to Bergkamp, to Cole, all in one swoop which leaves Villa stunned.

Technical Difficulty 26/30

 

A swift moves that proves how good Arsenal of this era were at pouncing on teams with ruthless efficiency.

Uniqueness 17/20

 

A team goal played out with such precision, with three touches from Henry to net.

Importance 6/10

 

In an away win against Aston Villa.

Standard of Opposition 7/10

 

ASTON VILLA

FootballCritic Verdict

8.1

An overlooked goal from Cole, who finishes like a seasoned forward, but Bergkamp's awareness is just as worthy.

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Ashley Cole

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