His first ever appointment in the competition was the match between Crystal Palace and Barnsley on 12 August 1997, at Selhurst Park – a 1–0 away win, the goal coming from Neil Redfearn.
[3] Barry then progressed to the Select Group in 2001, and refereed a total of 158 matches in the Premier League.
In 2002, he took charge of the FA Trophy Final when Yeovil Town defeated Stevenage Borough by 2 goals to 1.
[4] In 2000, Barry notably turned down Italian striker Paolo Di Canio's penalty claims three times in the game West Ham United F.C.-Bradford City A.F.C.
[6] He gained wide experience in Europe as a match official, being appointed to 26 games abroad during his career.