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Barette’s contributions to football, particularly in Belgium and through international assignments, are documented in various football records and archives, marking his place in the history of early 20th-century football officiating.
Barette’s contributions to football, particularly in Belgium and through international assignments, are documented in various football records and archives, marking his place in the history of early 20th-century football officiating.

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Revision as of 18:20, 8 November 2024

Charles Barette (28 March 1874 – 11 October 1947) was a Belgian football referee known for officiating several international matches in the early 20th century. Born in Brussels, he became a prominent figure in Belgian football and officiated high-profile international fixtures involving European national teams. Barette passed away in Saint-Gilles at the age of 73.

Career Overview

Charles Barette started his refereeing career in Belgium, where his officiating skills gained him recognition on both domestic and international levels. His competence on the field led to appointments in key international fixtures, especially friendly matches between prominent European teams.

Notable International Matches

During his career, Barette was assigned to a number of significant international matches, including:

  • Belgium vs Netherlands on 9 March 1924 – This friendly in Brussels saw Belgium win 1–0. Barette's role in officiating matches between neighboring rivals like Belgium and the Netherlands highlighted his reliability as a referee.
  • France vs Belgium on 10 February 1929 – Held in Paris, this game ended in a 4–1 victory for France. Barette’s officiating skills were instrumental in managing this competitive fixture between two strong footballing nations.
  • Belgium vs Germany on 13 April 1930 – This friendly match in Liège concluded with a 2–1 win for Germany, showcasing Barette’s capability in handling international fixtures with high stakes.

Style of Officiating

Although specific details of his officiating style are not thoroughly documented, Barette’s repeated appointments to high-stakes international matches suggest that he was regarded as a skilled and reliable referee. His frequent assignments for Belgian-hosted matches also underscore his status as a trusted official within Belgian football.

International Refereeing Record

Over his career, Charles Barette officiated four international matches involving national teams, spanning from 1924 to 1930. His assignments included fixtures between Belgium, the Netherlands, France, and Germany, emphasizing his role in some of the prominent European rivalries of that era.

Barette’s contributions to football, particularly in Belgium and through international assignments, are documented in various football records and archives, marking his place in the history of early 20th-century football officiating.

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