Not long ago, Manchester City teenager O'Reilly was interviewed and talked about his debut under Guardiola and his change from a No. 10 player to a left-back. How was your mother at that time? Did she scream? Have you cried? How did she react? &...
Not long ago, Manchester City teenager O'Reilly was interviewed and talked about his debut under Guardiola and his change from a No. 10 player to a left-back.
How was your mother at that time? Did she scream? Have you cried? How did she react?
" Well, she was actually very shocked, a little speechless. But yes, she was really excited."
You were originally a midfielder, but now you are changing to the left-back. What do you think of the change in this position?
"Yes, I thought it was difficult at first because I had never played that position before. But I was training and playing that position every day, so it became easier later. I received a lot of good suggestions, and I could feel that everyone liked me playing this position. Although it was a bit different, I enjoyed it very much."
What are the suggestions you received?
"Uh, it's more tactical suggestions, such as asking me to practice defense more. Because I feel that I'm learning every day, constantly improving in this position, and enjoying it more and more."
What did Guardiola say to you playing in this position?
"Well, he just said he wished I was a little more aggressive, and obviously he knew what I could do when I was in possession. I grew up from Manchester City's youth training system, so I'm really glad he trusted me."
