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Nico O'Reilly Shines as Left-Back Ahead of Cup Final

3/21/2026

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Nico O’Reilly's role at Manchester City has expanded this season as he shifted from midfielder to left-back.
He made his England debut in the left-back position.
O’Reilly has five goals and six assists with 89.2% passing accuracy.
He signed a five-year deal in September.
He is preparing for the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal, noting Arsenal's set pieces and the match's potential impact on the title race.

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Story summary

Nico O’Reilly's role at Manchester City has expanded this season as he shifted from midfielder to left-back.
He made his England debut in the left-back position.
O’Reilly has five goals and six assists with 89.2% passing accuracy.
He signed a five-year deal in September.
He is preparing for the Carabao Cup final against Arsenal, noting Arsenal's set pieces and the match's potential impact on the title race.