Thierno Barry has produced a striking turnaround at Everton, equalling the eight-goal total he managed across 41 appearances last season in just 12 games so far this campaign. The sharp increase in scoring frequency has drawn attention as a marked reversal from a debut year that was widely regarded as underwhelming.
Comparing the two seasons highlights the scale of the improvement: Barry’s goals-per-game rate has risen notably, from roughly one goal every five matches last season to better than one every two matches this term. That change in productivity has helped him become a more prominent attacking option for his club early on.
The rapid upturn in form has altered perceptions of Barry within the Everton squad and among supporters, who had been waiting for a consistent return on the forward’s potential after a difficult first season. While last season’s struggles were a prominent storyline, this campaign’s hot start has shifted the narrative toward recovery and resurgence.
Club staff and fans will be watching to see whether Barry can maintain this level over a longer run of fixtures. Although the sample size is still relatively small, the early-season burst gives Everton a timely boost and raises expectations about his contributions for the remainder of the campaign.