Born in England on November 21st, 2000, Matthew O'Riley is a midfield powerhouse primarily operating in the domain of a central midfielder. At 24-years-old, O'Riley displays prowess at Brighton & Hove Albion donned in the number 33 jersey. He boasts an imposing frame standing 1.87m tall (approximately 6ft 1in) and weighing an athletic 77kg (approximately 12st 1lb). Not constrained by national boundaries, O'Riley has also represented the Denmark national team.
With a current market value of approximately £19m, as reported by Transfermarkt, O'Riley's wealth of talent is clear. His commitment to Brighton & Hove Albion is evident in his contract, attaining a secure place on the team until June 30th, 2029, with approximately four years and three months remaining.
The journey of O'Riley's professional football career began in July of 2009 at Fulham, a stepping-stone leading oftentimes to grander stages. Following his trainee tenure, he partook in a single first team league match in the 2019-2020 season. As his prowess grew, so did his reputation leading to a transfer to MK Dons in England in January 2021 for an undisclosed fee.
The blue-and-white hoops of Celtic soon beckoned O'Riley to Scottish shores in January 2022, purchased for a commanding fee of £1.5m. His inaugural season saw him make 16 appearances, netting four goals. The following season, he made a striking 38 appearances, with three goals to his name. His third season, 2023-2024, evidenced further growth with 37 appearances and an impressive 18 goals. The current season, albeit still young, has seen O'Riley make two appearances thus far.
O'Riley's Celtic journey concluded - for now - in August 2024 as he transferred back to the English Premier League joining Brighton & Hove Albion for a fee of around £25m. In the current season, he has made 15 appearances with one goal, alongside taking to the field in the 2024-2025 FA Cup and the League Cup for Brighton & Hove Albion, and the 2022-2024 Euro Qualifiers for Denmark.
