[2] He moved to the United States to attend Barton Community College,[3] making 25 appearances and scoring 7 goals in two seasons for the Cougars.
[4][5][6] In 2015, he transferred to Florida Gulf Coast University, where he played for the Eagles until 2016, scoring twice in 31 appearances.
Minnesota United opted not to sign him, though he was noticed by the club's affiliate Forward Madison FC.
[17][18] On 5 March 2019, he signed with Madison, joining the club's inaugural season in USL League One.
[19][20] On 1 March 2022, Barriga made the move to USL Championship side Monterey Bay.