James Mcfadden VS Charlton

Everton 2 - 1 Charlton (2006/2007)

8.3

About this goal

McFadden controls a dropping ball at the edge of the area by flicking it up and over a closing defender and then volleying beautifully into the corner.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 25/30

 

The flick is so daring, and then coupled with the most beautifully accurate of volleys, combined to make a wonderful image.

Technical Difficulty 28/30

 

An extremely difficult piece of individual skill to apply in training, let alone the final minute of an EPL match.

Uniqueness 18/20

 

There's been flick-up goals scored before, but none quite as cultured as this.

Importance 7/10

 

Last-minute winner for his team in a crucial end-of-season match v Charlton.

Standard of Opposition 5/10

 

Charlton

FootballCritic Verdict

8.3

A largely forgotten goal, but an absolutely wonderful piece of skill that deserves the highest praise.

Goal video

Goal scorer

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James Mcfadden

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