About this goal
Carroll watches the ball carefully and volleys instantly into the far corner with superb style.
Ratings
Aesthetically Pleasing 23/30
A really understated goal due to the way Carroll finesses the volley into the corner at precisely the correct pace.
Technical Difficulty 28/30
Anyone who has ever watched a ball come over their shoulder and tried to connect can attest to its difficulty.
Uniqueness 16/20
Carroll knows all the way what he's going to do and does it to perfection, to join a rare group of volleys like this.
Importance 6/10
The third goal in a routine win over West Brom.
Standard of Opposition 7/10
WEST BROM
FootballCritic Verdict
Not as well-known as Carroll's scissor kick but a very nice goal nonetheless.
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