Emmanuel Adebayor VS Tottenham

Tottenham 1 - 3 Arsenal (Sep 15, 2007)

7.9

About this goal

Adebayor takes a pass from Cesc Fabregas into feet, sets the ball in the air and swivels to volley a glorious shot straight into the top corner.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 26/30

 

Adebayor absolutely means to set himself up with the touch, and the athleticism to turn without looking and find the corner is sublime.

Technical Difficulty 24/30

 

The full move is deliberate to allow Adebayor the space to get the shot in; impeccable awareness.

Uniqueness 14/20

 

The flick and volley technique is rare but not completely unseen.

Importance 9/10

 

A blistering goal in a North London Derby to clinch victory.

Standard of Opposition 6/10

 

TOTTENHAM

FootballCritic Verdict

7.9

A well-seen and well-worked goal from a player enjoying the best form of his career.

Goal video

Goal scorer

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Emmanuel Adebayor

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