About this goal
Coutinho collects the ball 35 yards from goal, turns inside and curls an inspired shot into the top corner of the net.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 17/30
The strike is a good one but the goalkeeper has to be questioned from this distance.
Technical Difficulty 19/30
Coutinho has made this particular curling shot his trademark, and an automatic motion.
Uniqueness 9/20
Coutinho has his own range of curlers of a similar style.
Importance 7/10
A late winning goal at Stoke.
Standard of Opposition 7/10
STOKE
FootballCritic Verdict
A nice goal that showcases Coutinho's skill but won't be remembered much beyond that.
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