Thierno Barry scored Everton’s only goal in their 1-0 win over Ipswich Town. The forward netted in the 11th minute after James Tarkowski’s 25-yard volley was diverted into the net, though his effort was initially disallowed following a VAR review for offside interference by Brennan Johnson. Referee Stuart Attwell upheld the decision after review, awarding the goal to Everton.
Abdul Fatawu was sent off in the 67th minute for simulation, receiving his second yellow card of the match. The Ipswich Town winger and Ghana international had already been booked earlier in the game, leaving his side to chase an equaliser with ten men for the final 23 minutes.
Everton had chances to extend their lead through Brennan Johnson, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Harrison Armstrong, while Tyler Dibling came on as a substitute and had a shot saved by Christian Walton. Julio Enciso and Abdoul Ouattara tested Jordan Pickford early in the second half, with the Everton goalkeeper making two saves.
Leif Davis scuffed a wide shot after receiving a cross from Abdul Fatawu, and Harrison Armstrong pierced Ipswich’s defence early to find Brennan Johnson, who dragged a poor effort wide after spinning away from Issa Diop. James Branthwaite blocked a goal-bound shot by Issa Diop to help Everton preserve their lead.
A moving ovation came from both sets of supporters in memory of Noah Woods, a three-year-old from Suffolk who went missing on Tuesday. David Moyes said he would be "relieved that another controversial call from a video assistant referee did not determine the outcome." Thierno Barry added: "The striker clearly moved to play the ball with his chest, so gets the benefit of the doubt over his intention."
The victory lifted Everton to fifth place in the Premier League and kept them unbeaten going into the international break. Ipswich Town remain 10th in the table on six points after four games, with Emersonn their top scorer this season with two goals in four appearances. Ipswich’s next fixture is at home to Fulham on 10 October 2026.
Everton’s recent form shows they have won three of their last five matches, scoring seven goals and conceding just two in that span, while Barry’s goal marked his fifth of the season, continuing his strong run of form. The team’s position in the standings reflects their consistency, and fans can review the full squad details and upcoming fixtures for context on their campaign.
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Everton manager David Moyes questioned the consistency of VAR after it denied Thierno Barry a second goal in Saturday's 1-0 win. Moyes stated, "Do I think we will get consistency on the same thing throughout the season? I'll be doubtful of that." The disallowed goal came from a Barry header where Brennan Johnson was ruled offside. Ipswich, now 11th with six points from five games, have lost their last two matches. Their next fixture is at home to Fulham on 10 October.
Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil said his side's only criticism was their lack of a finish after the 1-0 defeat at Everton. O'Neil stated, "The main criticism is we didn't manage to score because we arrived in good areas." The loss was Ipswich's fourth in their last five matches, leaving them 11th in the Premier League with six points from five games. They have scored seven goals but conceded 11 this season.
O'Neil stated, "The main criticism is we didn't manage to score because we arrived in good areas." Ipswich, now 11th in the Premier League with six points from five games, have lost their last two matches.
