About this goal
In injury time of a must-win game, Bale takes responsibility and dips an improbable shot into the top corner from distance.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 26/30
Bale collects the ball so purposely and seems to aim exactly for that part of the corner, and you believe him throughout.
Technical Difficulty 23/30
Bale scored a multitude of long-range goals, which elevates the technique and execution to another level.
Uniqueness 16/20
It's long-range, but free-kick like in its bend and dip. Better than your average goal.
Importance 8/10
An injury-time winner in a must-win game for Tottenham in their bid for the top four.
Standard of Opposition 7/10
WEST HAM
FootballCritic Verdict
A memorable Bale goal and one of the most iconic long-range efforts in Premier League history.
Goal video
Goal scorer
Gareth Bale
Attacking Midfielder (Right),Forward (Centre),Forward (Right)
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