Matt O’Riley, the 23-year-old former Celtic midfielder, has made an unforgettable impact in his Premier League debut for Brighton & Hove Albion. In a dramatic match against Manchester City, O’Riley scored the decisive goal that secured a remarkable comeback victory for his new team. The former Celtic star, who left Parkhead in August for a £26 million transfer, showed his quality by netting Brighton’s second goal late in the match, sealing a 2-1 win over Pep Guardiola’s side.
O’Riley’s move to Brighton got off to a challenging start when an injury forced him off the pitch just minutes into his first competitive match for the club. A rough challenge from a Crawley Town defender during a League Cup tie left him sidelined, but he bounced back stronger. Against Manchester City, O’Riley returned to action with a bang, delivering a clinical finish past City’s goalkeeper Ederson to give Brighton all three points. His performance also handed City their fourth consecutive loss, marking their worst losing streak in nearly two decades.
In an interview after the match, O’Riley shared his excitement, reflecting on his journey back from injury. “It feels great to