In the closing stages of Reading's crucial home match against Norwich City, Dean Gordon's headed clearance hit Barry and fell for visiting forward Phil Mulryne, who lobbed the ball over Jamie Ashdown to give the Canaries all three points.

The win saw Nigel Worthington's side inch closer to promotion whilst denting Reading's hopes of a top six finish and a place in the play-offs. The Royals are now in tenth place, two points and four places behind Wigan Athletic.

Having accidentally contributed to Norwich's fortuitous winner, Barry appeared live on TV to express his regret.

"All I want to do is apologise to all Reading players and fans. I just could not get out of the way.

"I would not want the game decided in that way and it's the first time it's happened in 31 years.

"All I can say is that I am sorry."