Nico O’Reilly named in England squad as City defender seizes World Cup chance
Nico O’Reilly has been named in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad.
Myles Lewis-Skelly has paid the price for limited game time at Manchester City.
The 20-year-old now has a chance to stake a claim for a World Cup place.
The City academy graduate has become another defender who can shut out Mohamed Salah.
He nicked the ball off his man regularly and pushed forward with purpose.
If Pep Guardiola keeps faith, he could make England’s backline his own.
That option adds depth to a squad hungry for fresh legs and quiet resilience.
From Leeds, I watch with a soft alarm and quiet hope as plans unfold.
All eyes will be on his adaptation to international football.
TLDR
- Nico O’Reilly earns England squad selection and a real World Cup chance.
- His limited City minutes intensify the pressure to prove himself on the international stage.
- He shut out Mohamed Salah and showed forward intent, earning trust.
Nico O’Reilly
Manchester City