As I tweeted yesterday, it was indeed the goal-of-the-season weekend. Sublime flicks, thunderous volleys and stunning free-kicks. But which five are up there as the best? 5. Alexis Sanchez
I always love a smashing strike and Sanchez’s effort against Liverpool, was that and more. With the Gunners already two goals up thanks to Hector Bellerin and Mesut Ozil, the Chilean picked up Aaron Ramsey’s pass, left Kolo Toure eating grass and thumped the ball past Simon Mignolet.
4. Jermaine Defoe
What a goal to win the Tyneside derby. Defoe played 18 times against Arsenal in the North London derby and only scored once. On Sunday, there was no taking the headlines from the former England man, as he lashed home a volley with his weaker left foot on the stroke of half time.
3. Bobby Zamora
How did Zamora do that? Yes, we all know him to be the big target man, available for knock-downs and link-up play, but not for impudent goals. The Queens Park Rangers striker showed great awareness and composure, to flick the ball over Boaz Myhill and make it 2-0. 2. Wayne Rooney
I don’t care what Louis van Gaal’s philosophy is. Rooney’s best position is upfront, where he can spend more time in the opposition’s box, looking for chances to put away. With his side getting nervy on Saturday against Aston Villa, the England skipper plucked a ball from the sky, swivelled and shot past Brad Guzan. 2-0. 1. Charlie Adam
Of course, you knew this would be number one. The sheer audacity to try that against Chelsea and a goalkeeper of Thibaut Courtois’ quality. And all of that from 66 yards out. Adam might look like a pizza delivery man more than a footballer, but that technique was exquisite.
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‘Ifreke Inyang tweets via @Ifreke
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