Overview
- The 20-year-old started at left-back in England’s 2-0 win over Serbia at Wembley, completing 41 of 44 passes and helping create the move for Bukayo Saka’s opener.
- John Stones presented O’Reilly with his first Three Lions cap in the dressing room after full time.
- Tuchel praised his intelligence and adaptability, while O’Reilly called the debut a dream and said making the 2026 World Cup squad is his aim.
- Converted from a box-to-box midfielder last season, he has become Manchester City’s first-choice left-back with 10 Premier League appearances, one goal and two assists.
- His rise has limited opportunities for £31m signing Rayan Ait‑Nouri, and pundit Jamie O’Hara says O’Reilly looks perfect for England’s left-back role.