But de Mareval

Here’s an awesome strike from Ligue 1 on Wednesday night.
If this doesn’t make you smile, you’re dead inside!

Just like a goal from Roy of the Rovers, eh, except not everyone on the pitch is white. Rémi Mareval’s awesome shot gave FC Nantes a 1-0 half-time lead against Olympique de Marseille. The 40-yarder would have been fit to win any game. Sadly, Nantes were unable to hold out for the win. Bakari Koné equalised in the 78th minute and the points were shared.

5 Responses to “But de Mareval”

  1. Richard Says:

    I don’t know if it’s the best goal I’ve seen recently, but it’s certainly the most enjoyable. You cannae beat the way he swings right through the ball so that his feet lift off the ground.

  2. Stretford Stan Says:

    *** In my best French accent *** C’est magnifique!

  3. Carl Says:

    All I can hear is Del Boy Trotter. :-)

    What a beauty! The Nantes website says he’s a defender too.

  4. StevieC Says:

    That was great. There’s a Roberto Carlos vibe about it.

  5. Big Ted Says:

    “There’s a Roberto Carlos vibe about it.”

    Yeah, except it went in the net and not the stands.

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