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Nico O'Reilly Shines in Manchester City's FA Cup Quarter-Final Comeback

The 20-year-old homegrown talent delivered two crucial assists against Bournemouth, solidifying his role in City's plans as they advance to the semi-finals.

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O’Reilly enjoys the adulation of his manager after setting up both goals for his side against Bournemouth

Overview

  • Nico O'Reilly came off the bench at halftime to provide two assists, helping Manchester City overturn a 1-0 deficit to beat Bournemouth 2-1 in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
  • Pep Guardiola praised O'Reilly's intelligence and versatility, joking that the academy graduate had secured his place in the starting lineup for the semi-final against Nottingham Forest at Wembley in late April.
  • O'Reilly has been a standout performer in City's FA Cup campaign, previously scoring twice in the fifth-round win over Plymouth and contributing in earlier matches.
  • Manchester City's decision to retain O'Reilly despite Chelsea's January interest highlights a strategic focus on developing homegrown talent following criticism over past player sales.
  • Erling Haaland, who scored the equalizer before leaving the match injured, is being monitored ahead of City's semi-final preparations.