Alan Thompson VS Liverpool

Liverpool 2 - 1 Bolton (Mar 6, 1998)

6.5

About this goal

The lay-off from Nathan Blake may not have been meant for him, but Thompson takes advantage of it to arrow a high strike into the far corner,

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 21/30

 

It's a long-distance one-two followed by a spectacular long-distance shot that buries into the corner.

Technical Difficulty 19/30

 

Hard to gauge with long-range goals but Thompson displays the faultless striking technique that would stay with him through his career.

Uniqueness 11/20

 

A long-range goal, albeit a very well struck one.

Importance 5/10

 

In defeat away versus Liverpool.

Standard of Opposition 9/10

 

LIVERPOOL

FootballCritic Verdict

6.5

A sweet strike from Thompson, who connects with the ball so cleanly.

Goal video

Goal scorer

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Alan Thompson

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