Zlatan Ibrahimovic - AC Milan vs. Lecce
Another unbelievable strike by Ibra. Make no mistake, this man was not hitting and hoping. The talented Swede took a quick glance over his shoulder while taking the ball down in stride (amazing) to see Lecce's goalkeeper Antonio Rosati off his line. The result - a ridiculously casual finish. Incredible!
Alberto Aquilani - Juventus vs. Bari
The former Roma dangerman and Liverpool loanee can still hammer them in dramtically! Aquilani saved the Bianconeri further Serie A embarrassment by hitting a 'Gerrardesque' goal late on to give the Old Lady (what a horrible nickname) the win. Bravo Alberto!
Cani - Villarreal vs. Osasuna
Cani's wonderful midfield strike is surely a candidate for European goal of the season. Goals from the halfway line are always special, but Cani's effort that sealed a 2-1 victory for the Yellow Submarine (what an awesome nickname) was truly spectacular. This was hardly a floater - it was drilled in from deep! Cani's supreme awareness spotted the keeper out and his ability made a hero of him.
Carlos Tevez - Manchester City vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers
Carlos Tevez's wonderful solo effort versus four Wolves defenders and the keeper (55 seconds into the video) shows his wonderful control with the ball at his feet. A nice brace for the Argentinian in his first game with new strike-partner Edin Dzeko.
Andres Iniesta - Barcelona vs. Malaga
Last week's Ballon d'Or failure didn't stop Andres Iniesta from scoring a splendid goal! This man certainly has a flair for delicately placed shots, and this goal is evidence of it. Iniesta's supreme one-time control of Dani Alves' pass from outside the 18 was brilliant, as the Spaniard kissed the post with his well-placed shot. Very nice.
Roberto Carlos - Corinthians vs. Portuguesa
And last but certainly not least, a throwback from the past: a breathtaking Roberto Carlos set-piece! Watch as the wiley old Brazilian tricks the goalkeeper on a corner kick with yet another special 'other-ways bend' goal. Carlos still has the beautiful swerve that made him a star for club and country.
Any goals of note that I missed from this weekend? As always, let me know your favorite out of the bunch.
Wow.. what a weekend for goals. Our hometown boy Maurice Edu added a nice one on his return to Rangers. Check it: http://www.socceramerica.com/article/41032/edu-scores-golazo-to-celebrate-return.html
ReplyDeleteWow, good look. Well taken by Maurice. And what an excellent name he has! I hope he can move on to a bigger club/league in the next few years...could be good for Brazil!
ReplyDeleteLooks like Liverpool is trying to make some waves by the end of the month...crossing my fingers for Suarez.