That Acquah Goal: Probably an all-time Top Tenner

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Post by pjdaly » Wed Mar 06, 2024 1:32 pm

I did a very rough and ready estimate and I reckon I have probably seen somewhere approaching 3000 goals scored by Barrow. That's a lot, but I think Acquah's goal is a genuine contender for a place in my all time Top 10. It's not number 1 as I've got something else in mind for that from long ago but it could well be in the Top 10.

It's difficult I know as it's a bit subjective. For me, even though strikes from distance are great to watch I generally favour goals that involve teamwork and an interchange of passes that show the team in perfect synchrony. But this Acquah goal was a bit special not just because of the perfect strike but because there was nothing on when he received the ball and yet he weaved his way into space despite three defenders in close attendance before unleashing that perfect curling shot into the top corner. Magnificent, absolutely magnificent.

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Post by Jim » Wed Mar 06, 2024 2:01 pm

pjdaly wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 1:32 pm I did a very rough and ready estimate and I reckon I have probably seen somewhere approaching 3000 goals scored by Barrow. That's a lot, but I think Acquah's goal is a genuine contender for a place in my all time Top 10. It's not number 1 as I've got something else in mind for that from long ago but it could well be in the Top 10.

It's difficult I know as it's a bit subjective. For me, even though strikes from distance are great to watch I generally favour goals that involve teamwork and an interchange of passes that show the team in perfect synchrony. But this Acquah goal was a bit special not just because of the perfect strike but because there was nothing on when he received the ball and yet he weaved his way into space despite three defenders in close attendance before unleashing that perfect curling shot into the top corner. Magnificent, absolutely magnificent.
I have in my mind's eye similar strikes from the same position by (I think) Josh Gordon and Ben Whitfield. I can't remember the occasions though. I agree that Acquah's goal was special because of the way he created from a not very promising position. I do think he could become a Barrow favourite, with the strength and ability to score goals like Quigley used to do.

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Post by WillBAFC » Wed Mar 06, 2024 4:00 pm

Jordan Williams strike against Guiseley always sticks in my mind. Quality goal.

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Post by Rushy » Wed Mar 06, 2024 5:52 pm

Brilliant goal but John Rooney from the half way line at Hartlepool for me. I couldn't believe my eyes.

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Post by blue blue boy » Wed Mar 06, 2024 6:02 pm

Goal from I think Neil Tarrant at home v Nuneaton Borough for me.

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Post by Barrow afc 2018 » Wed Mar 06, 2024 6:15 pm

Mickey Carroll FA Trophy against Enfield for me.

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Post by Sea Dog Sam » Wed Mar 06, 2024 6:23 pm

Jim wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 2:01 pm
pjdaly wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 1:32 pm I did a very rough and ready estimate and I reckon I have probably seen somewhere approaching 3000 goals scored by Barrow. That's a lot, but I think Acquah's goal is a genuine contender for a place in my all time Top 10. It's not number 1 as I've got something else in mind for that from long ago but it could well be in the Top 10.

It's difficult I know as it's a bit subjective. For me, even though strikes from distance are great to watch I generally favour goals that involve teamwork and an interchange of passes that show the team in perfect synchrony. But this Acquah goal was a bit special not just because of the perfect strike but because there was nothing on when he received the ball and yet he weaved his way into space despite three defenders in close attendance before unleashing that perfect curling shot into the top corner. Magnificent, absolutely magnificent.
I have in my mind's eye similar strikes from the same position by (I think) Josh Gordon and Ben Whitfield. I can't remember the occasions though. I agree that Acquah's goal was special because of the way he created from a not very promising position. I do think he could become a Barrow favourite, with the strength and ability to score goals like Quigley used to do.
I believe I know the goal you're referring to by Josh Gordon - the one that was intended as a cross into the box - but flew into the net. That was a fluke.

The goal by Acquah was intentional and therefore sheer class.

I hope we'll see him score more goals like that. However, I doubt it. Enjoy the memory. The difference between a Div 2 footballer and a Premier League footballer is consistency. Alas, I doubt whether we'll see him score another like that for a very long time, if ever again. At least he's ended his goal drought. As long as he keeps on banging them in is what counts.
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Post by SKIPPER » Wed Mar 06, 2024 7:44 pm

Kemy Agusteine against Salford has to easily be in the top ten.

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Post by olbarrafancumbak » Wed Mar 06, 2024 7:58 pm

SKIPPER wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 7:44 pm Kemy Agusteine against Salford has to easily be in the top ten.
Aye, this was a special goal no doubt!

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Post by GTBLUE » Wed Mar 06, 2024 9:40 pm

pjdaly wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 1:32 pm I did a very rough and ready estimate and I reckon I have probably seen somewhere approaching 3000 goals scored by Barrow. That's a lot, but I think Acquah's goal is a genuine contender for a place in my all time Top 10. It's not number 1 as I've got something else in mind for that from long ago but it could well be in the Top 10.

It's difficult I know as it's a bit subjective. For me, even though strikes from distance are great to watch I generally favour goals that involve teamwork and an interchange of passes that show the team in perfect synchrony. But this Acquah goal was a bit special not just because of the perfect strike but because there was nothing on when he received the ball and yet he weaved his way into space despite three defenders in close attendance before unleashing that perfect curling shot into the top corner. Magnificent, absolutely magnificent.
Sorry PJ, You see that type of goal every week. What about Jason's at Wembley. Coming from a goal behind to win. And all the pressure that was on the team that day. Underdogs and all that.

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Post by Duff » Wed Mar 06, 2024 10:39 pm

Paul Robertson I think against Hyde is still the best goal I’ve seen at Holker Street.
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Post by Rico » Wed Mar 06, 2024 10:52 pm

Given the quality of the opposition, how about Billy McAdams goal against Leicester City? Absolute cracker.

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Post by chipmunx » Thu Mar 07, 2024 12:54 am

Micky Richmond goal in a 2-2 draw against Man City in September 1982 has to be up there (it was a testimonial match or something). Up there with Brad Barry's goal in the 2-2 draw away at Chesterfield (24 August 2019) as the best goals i've seen by a Barrow defender.
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Post by Wintergreen » Thu Mar 07, 2024 7:19 am

Rico wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 10:52 pm Given the quality of the opposition, how about Billy McAdams goal against Leicester City? Absolute cracker.
Wasn't that against Southampton? I think Storf scored against Leicester.
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Post by HenneysKnee » Thu Mar 07, 2024 7:20 am

Rushy wrote: Wed Mar 06, 2024 5:52 pm Brilliant goal but John Rooney from the half way line at Hartlepool for me. I couldn't believe my eyes.
Rooney had a few; that unbelievable half volley against Barnet

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