Goal scored by Andy Cole against Chelsea (1994-09-10)

About this goal

Cole nods down from a pass over the top and catches a sweet half volley which arrows into the near corner, catching the goalkeeper off-guard.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 18/30

It's instinctive strike play from Cole, who turns on the shoulder of the last defender and his awareness is such that he knows how to find the corner even from outside the box.

Technical Difficulty 19/30

It's tough to teach this level of awareness; he doesn't look up once in the run, he just knows where to hit it.

Uniqueness 10/20

Not a particularly innovative goal but Cole's skill is what sets it apart.

Importance 7/10

Puts Newcastle ahead against Chelsea.

Standard of Opposition 6/10

CHELSEA

FootballCritic Verdict

6.0

Perhaps not a vintage goal of the month but Cole's single-mindedness in the finish is to be admired.

Goal video

Goal scorer

Andy Cole

Match page

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