4.3

About this goal

Scholes shows his mastery by producing two flicks in succession - one over the sliding defender and the next over the diving goalkeeper.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 14/30

 

It's a neat enough piece of skill from Scholes, both in his neat touch and calm finish.

Technical Difficulty 12/30

 

For a player of Scholes' quality, the difficulty here is low.

Uniqueness 6/20

 

It's a pretty regular and uninspiring goal.

Importance 6/10

 

Another goal in a rout of Barnsley.

Standard of Opposition 5/10

 

BARNSLEY

FootballCritic Verdict

4.3

There's really not much to this goal and it would never find its way into a goal of the month shortlist these days.

Goal video

Goal scorer

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Paul Scholes

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