Goal scored by Adel Taarabt against West Ham (Oct 1, 2012)

About this goal

Taarabt cuts in from wide and curls his shot into the top corner from 25 yards.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 17/30

A nicely-placed shot executed at pace from Taarabt.

Technical Difficulty 16/30

Taarabt is moving quickly so to keep the shot on target is impressive.

Uniqueness 11/20

Plenty of goals have been scored in a similar fashion.

Importance 5/10

A consolation goal in a defeat to Aston Villa.

Standard of Opposition 6/10

ASTON VILLA

FootballCritic Verdict

5.5

Well-executed but pretty meaningless in what was a poor season for special goals.

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Goal scorer

Adel Taarabt

Midfielder (Centre),Defensive Midfielder (Centre)

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