Thierno Barry struck again as Everton fought back from a goal down to earn a 1-1 draw against Leeds United in the Premier League, extending the visitors’ winless away run and keeping the Toffees in the European race.
The result at Everton’s new stadium leaves both sides frustrated – Everton for dropping more home points, and Leeds for failing to protect a deserved first-half lead.
Match Summary: Barry Delivers When Everton Needs Him
Everton came into this clash full of confidence after a shock victory away at Aston Villa. However, it was Leeds who started the stronger, pressing aggressively and creating early danger.
Former Toffee Dominic Calvert-Lewin almost haunted his old club when he latched onto Brenden Aaronson’s pass, but Jordan Pickford rushed out to block his effort.
Leeds’ pressure finally paid off in the 30th minute. Anton Stach’s low cross skipped past Calvert-Lewin, finding James Justin, who smashed home his first goal for Leeds to put the visitors ahead.
Before halftime, Leeds nearly doubled their lead when Calvert-Lewin’s strike crashed off the post, leaving Everton lucky to go into the break only one goal down.
Second-Half Turnaround: Barry to the Rescue
Everton manager David Moyes made a key tactical switch at halftime, and the change was instant.
Thierno Barry, in electric form, forced a superb save from Karl Darlow with an outside-of-the-boot effort. Moments later, he would not be denied.
A low cross from Idrissa Gueye found Barry in the box, and the striker lifted the ball into the roof of the net for his fourth goal in five Premier League matches.
Everton almost completed the comeback when Gueye struck the crossbar from long range, but neither side could find a late winner.
What the Result Means
Everton
- Winless in five home matches
- Still pushing for European qualification
- Barry is emerging as their most dangerous forward
Leeds United
- No away win since September
- Have drawn six of their last nine league games
- Only six points above the relegation zone
Daniel Farke’s side must start converting draws into wins if they want to avoid a late-season relegation fight.
Kenyan Fans’ Take: Premier League Drama Continues
For Kenyan football fans who follow the Premier League passionately, this match was a classic story of momentum shifts, tactical changes, and individual brilliance.
Barry’s rise mirrors the impact strikers like Victor Osimhen and Mohamed Salah have had for their teams – proving once again that one in-form player can change everything.
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Final Verdict
Everton will feel they missed a golden chance to claim all three points, while Leeds leave Merseyside wondering how they failed to win after such a dominant first half.
But once again, Thierno Barry proved he is the difference-maker – and with his form, Everton’s European dream is still alive.
