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Fulham's Ryan Babel says goal against Cardiff is one of his best

Ryan Babel of Fulham battles for possession with Nathaniel Mendez-Laing and Leandro Bacuna of Cardiff City

Ryan Babel says his dazzling long-range effort against Cardiff is up there with the best goals he has ever scored.

The Dutchman's spectacular strike from 25 yards secured a late 1-0 win for Fulham at Craven Cottage.

"It's one I will definitely put in my top five, that's for sure," Babel told Fulham's official website.

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Highlights from Fulham's 1-0 win against Cardiff in the Premier League

"To be honest I played the ball slightly too hard. I wanted to hit it with the inside of my foot but because the ball was so hard I risked it with my laces and it was the perfect hit."

Babel is not expected to stay at relegated Fulham in the Championship next season as his short-term deal expires this summer.

"It's unfortunate my contribution could not help keep the team in the Premier League," he added.

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Fulham caretaker manager Scott Parker says he would not stand in the way if Ryan Babel wants to leave the club in the summer

"But I'm very grateful for the chance and I tried to do my best.

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"I see a lot of potential, it's a very nice club. With Scott Parker as coach they have something on their hands.

"I don't know the ideas of the club in terms of the future of the manager but it's definitely real progress."

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