Charles Barette

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 died 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:

Sweden vs Greece on 28 August 1920 – held at the Olympisch Stadion in Antwerp during the 1920 Summer Olympics, this first-round match saw Sweden overpower Greece with a decisive 9–0 victory. Belgium vs Netherlands on 9 March 1924 – this friendly in Brussels saw Belgium win 1–0.

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.