Generally speaking, when you see a footballer hit the frame of the goal, it is looked upon as being unlucky.

However, you have to take into account the context. Was he striking the ball from 30 yards out or was it a sitter inside the six-yard box? The former is simply unfortunate while the latter is poor finishing.

It will come as no surprise that the players who have made this list are all forwards. They usually have the most shots so they would have the best chance of crashing a shot against the bar or post.

Press the next page as we name the five Premier League players who have hit the woodwork the most times during the Premier League era.