About this goal

An inch-perfect long ball from Riyad Mahrez finds Vardy on the run, and the forward doesn't break his stride to control left-footed volley into the corner.

Ratings

Aesthetically Pleasing 30/30

 

It's a majestic goal, from the precision of Mahrez's through ball to Vardy's presence of mind. He doesn't smash it - he caresses it into the corner.

Technical Difficulty 30/30

 

The technical difficulty of both the weight of the pass and the volley from over the shoulder is as high as it gets.

Uniqueness 18/20

 

Up there with Robin Van Persie in terms of long-rang passes finished by brilliant volleys.

Importance 6/10

 

In an easy away win against West Brom.

Standard of Opposition 5/10

 

West Brom

FootballCritic Verdict

8.9

A goal that deserved to grace a bigger occasion than against a West Brom side headed inexorably towards relegation.

Goal video

Goal scorer

Jamie Vardy

Forward (Centre)

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