Alan shearer Hails everton player who has been exceptional this season after a drop in form last season
Premier League legend Alan Shearer knows a top-class forward when he sees one, and his recent praise for Everton striker Thierno Barry speaks volumes about the Frenchman’s remarkable resurgence. After enduring a difficult debut campaign where goals were scarce and confidence appeared low, Barry has undergone a complete transformation, establishing himself as one of the most effective line-leaders in the opening stages of the season.
Shearer highlighted Barry’s renewed sharpness, movement, and physical presence on BBC’s Match of the Day following Everton’s 2–0 victory over Crystal Palace. Barry, who found the back of the net against Palace, backed up his league form with a devastating midweek hat-trick in a 4–0 EFL Cup win against Preston. His link-up play, clever off-the-ball runs, and ruthless finishing have provided Everton with a dynamic focal point that was sorely lacking last term.
The contrast between last season’s struggles and his current form is stark. Where Barry previously looked isolated and hesitant, he is now playing with total authority—holding up the ball, driving at defenders, and taking his chances with ruthless efficiency.
For manager David Moyes and the Goodison faithful, Barry’s turnaround is a massive boost. Having a striker firing on all cylinders changes the entire complexity of Everton’s attack. If Barry maintains this trajectory, Shearer’s glowing praise will be just the beginning of a standout campaign for the forward.
