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Aguero retires as a Premier League great whose legacy is so much more than just his iconic goal

Sergio Aguero scored the most memorable goal in Premier League history, an iconic moment, three minutes and 20 seconds into stoppage time against Queens Park Rangers in 2012. It sealed Manchester City's first title in 44 years and ensured that his name will always be associated with the ultimate drama and excitement that football can bring.

But as the sporting world reflects on Aguero's career following his decision to retire -- at the age of just 33 -- due to a heart-related health issue detected while playing for Barcelona in October, has his defining goal denied the Argentina international the status his overall achievements would ordinarily guarantee?