UPDATE: Everton’s Thierno Barry continues to impress, scoring his fourth goal in five Premier League matches in a thrilling 1-1 draw against Leeds United at Goodison Park on October 21, 2023. The young striker’s late equalizer comes as crucial momentum shifts for the Toffees, who faced intense pressure in the first half.
Leeds struck first when James Justin netted his first goal since September 2024, putting the visitors ahead early in the match. Everton, booed off at halftime, rallied in the second half, with Barry capitalizing on a defensive lapse to slot the ball past Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow from close range.
“I’m really pleased for Thierno. He is a young French Under-21 international finding his way,” said Everton manager David Moyes. “Recently we have not been creating that many chances, so he has had to take what he can.”
Moyes expressed his satisfaction with Barry’s development, highlighting the challenges young players face in the Premier League. “His English was OK, not great, and I think he is just beginning to get settled in,” he added. The manager emphasized the need for the team to create more opportunities to support Barry’s scoring run.
On the other side, Leeds United manager Daniel Farke was content with the point despite concerns about allowing rivals like Nottingham Forest and West Ham to gain ground after their victories this weekend. “Overall a really good result for us on the road,” he stated. “We had some great chances and we should have scored.”
Farke acknowledged the challenge of maintaining focus in a competitive league, saying, “It’s a long road, 38 games, you have to accept sometimes the teams around you win games.” His team showed resilience but could not secure all three points, which would have been a significant boost.
The match showcased the urgency of the Premier League as teams fight for critical points. Everton’s draw keeps them in contention, while Leeds continues to navigate a tightly packed table. Fans will be eager to see how both teams adjust in their upcoming fixtures.
As Everton prepares for their next match, all eyes will be on Barry as he aims to maintain his scoring form and help the Toffees climb the league standings further.
