🎥 Remembering this Wolves wonder goal on Rúben Neves day 😍
Rúben Neves was as close to a cultural icon at Wolves as you will ever see.
In the wake of his shock arrival from Portuguese giants Porto in 2017, the mercurial midfielder would spend six seasons at the Molineux while starring in both the Championship as well as the Premier League.
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Known for his ability to hit a sublime long-range strike, perhaps there were none better than his blockbuster effort against Derby County on this day in 2018.
Justifiably awarded goal of the season honours, Neves' strike against the Rams is one of the best goals ever scored at the club's historic ground.
Though he would ultimately go on to ply his trade in Saudi Arabia, Neves' legacy at Wolves was, and is, nothing short of magical.
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