TONY YEBOAH’S THUNDEROUS STRIKE
Tony Yeboah’s iconic goal against Wimbledon on September 23, 1995, remains etched in Premier League history:
Fastest Recorded Shot: Yeboah’s volley was clocked at an astonishing 154km/h (95.7mph).
Power and Precision: The Ghanaian striker’s technique, generating immense power from 20 yards out.
Unstoppable Force: Wimbledon goalkeeper Neil Sullivan had no chance.
Awards and Recognition
- Match of the Day’s Goal of the Season (1995-96)
- BBC’s Goal of the Month (September 1995)
- Inducted into the Premier League’s Hall of Fame (2021)
Quotes
- “It was like a rocket!” – Neil Sullivan (Wimbledon goalkeeper)
- “Tony’s strike was unstoppable.” – Howard Wilkinson (Leeds United manager)
- “One of the greatest goals I’ve ever seen.” – Alan Hansen (Match of the Day pundit)
Stats
- Distance: 20 yards
- Speed: 154km/h (95.7mph)
- Angle: 45 degrees
- Reaction Time: 0.2 seconds
Yeboah’s Legacy
Tony Yeboah’s incredible strike cemented his status as a Leeds United legend and Premier League icon.
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Context of Tony Yeboah’s Strike
Tony Yeboah’s thunderous volley against Wimbledon on September 23, 1995, was a pivotal moment in Leeds United’s 1995-96 Premier League campaign:
Match Details
- Date: September 23, 1995
- Opponent: Wimbledon
- Venue: Selhurst Park
- Score: Leeds United 4, Wimbledon 2
- Attendance: 12,003
Game Situation
- Leeds United trailed 2-1 at halftime
- Yeboah’s goal leveled the score (2-2) in the 65th minute
- Leeds United scored two more goals to win 4-2
Season Context
- Leeds United aimed to improve on their 5th-place finish in the 1994-95 season
- Howard Wilkinson’s side sought to challenge for a Champions League spot
Tactical Significance
- Wimbledon employed a physical, long-ball approach
- Leeds United’s technical players, like Yeboah, struggled to find space
- Yeboah’s goal showcased his ability to create something from nothing
Emotional Impact
- Yeboah’s strike lifted Leeds United’s spirits and momentum
- Inspired the team to victory, sparking a 5-game unbeaten run
Quotes from Yeboah
- “I saw the ball coming, and I just hit it.” (Post-match interview)
- “It was a special goal, one of my best.” (Interview with Leeds United’s official website)
Yeboah’s 1995-96 Season
- 20 goals in 32 appearances
- Leeds United’s top scorer
- Helped Leeds United finish 13th in the Premier League
Tony Yeboah’s iconic strike remains an unforgettable moment in Leeds United’s history, symbolizing his clinical finishing and technical prowess.