It’s becoming increasingly difficult to score from almost any position against highly trained goalkeepers. Even in one-on-one situations, if given just a moment, they often come out on top. Yamal demonstrates how to handle such situations and what type of finish to aim for when facing the goalkeeper, in the match between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund. In the video — especially in slow motion — you can see him strike the ball with his left foot into the far corner. Crucially, he does it at a moment when the goalkeeper has no chance to react.
Moreover, it was precisely this situational finish — in this case, with the toe — that proved to be the most effective choice in that specific moment.
The takeaway when it comes to shooting on goal? It’s not always about power and a big wind-up, as that gives the goalkeeper more time to read the shot direction. Sometimes it’s the surprise and speed of decision that make all the difference.