About this goal
Huddlestone allows the ball to run across his body before striking with a slight slice, fading the ball absolutely perfectly into the postage stamp.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 23/30
The view from behind follows the trajectory as the ball flies perfectly like a homing beacon positioned in the top right of the net.
Technical Difficulty 19/30
Long-range goals can have mixed results but Huddlestone is a clean striker of the ball and his stride suggests intent in where the ball ends up.
Uniqueness 13/20
Generic long-range goal elevated by the fade applied taking the ball away from the goalkeeper.
Importance 6/10
End-of-season fare against Bolton
Standard of Opposition 6/10
BOLTON
FootballCritic Verdict
Better than the average long-range strike this season from Huddlestone.
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