Barry's header seals Everton win, answers doubters

After a 14-game drought, Barry's second-half header silenced critics and secured a 2-0 opening-day victory.

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What happened. Thierno Barry scored Everton's second goal in a 2-0 win over Crystal Palace, his first of the season, as he left the pitch to a standing ovation.

• Barry joined from Villarreal for £27m and had a 14-game goal drought.
• Manager David Moyes praised Ndiaye's cross and Barry's positioning.
• The win was in Sage's first game in charge of Palace.

“Strikers will probably be judged on their goals, so he can walk away and be really happy with it.”

— David Moyes

Barry's performance suggests he is ready to become Everton's main striker after a year of adaptation.

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