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Everton's academy goal of the season award won by Under 9s player after stunning volley against Derby County

An Everton Under 9s player was the surprise recipient of the club's academy goal of the season award on Wednesday night after a stunning volley against Derby.

The eight-year-old schoolboy came out on top at the annual bash at St George's Hall in Liverpool having caught the eye with his brilliant technique and powerful finish.

Despite facing competition from experienced players more than 10 years his senior, the talented youngster's strike stood out after he took two touches to control a clearance before smashing the ball into the top corner - all with his right foot.

Everton Under 23s boss David Unsworth poses with the academy goal of the season winner
Everton Under 23s boss David Unsworth poses with the academy goal of the season winner
The Everton Under 9s player controls the ball with his right foot after a corner was cleared
The Everton Under 9s player controls the ball with his right foot after a corner was cleared
The talented schoolboy keeps both eyes on the ball after taking two touches to set himself
The talented schoolboy keeps both eyes on the ball after taking two touches to set himself
He unleashes a stunning, right-foot volley towards the top corner of Derby County's goal
He unleashes a stunning, right-foot volley towards the top corner of Derby County's goal

Everton shared a clip of the goal on Twitter on Wednesday evening, leading to impressed supporters singing the boy's praises on social media.