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Limited to non-factor role O'Riley has appeared twice off the bench while logging 10 total minutes for Brighton so far in the 2026/27 Premier League season.

Impact O'Riley missed the EPL opener against Aston Villa and was an unused sub in the subsequent two matches before making his season debut against Coventry City on Sept. 13, logging six minutes off the bench. With the way Brighton's midfield has been playing in recent weeks, O'Riley should remain a backup option in central midfield, limiting his fantasy upside considerably.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully, recovered from illness O'Riley trained fully with the team Friday, recovered from the illness that kept him out of the earlier friendly against AS Roma, the club posted.

Impact O'Riley returned to Brighton from a loan spell at Marseille earlier this year, having started six of 15 appearances there before falling out of favor. His full return to training is an encouraging step, though his future at Brighton remains uncertain, with his path forward reportedly resting on conversations with coach Fabian Hurzeler and continued competition for midfield minutes from Carlos Baleba, Yasin Ayari, Diego Gomez and Pascal Gross.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Missed friendly with illness O'Riley missed Saturday's 3-0 friendly win over AS Roma due to illness, according to Andy Naylor of The Athletic.

Impact O'Riley returned to Brighton from a loan spell at Marseille earlier this year, having started six of 15 appearances there before falling out of favor. His future at Brighton remains uncertain, with his path forward reportedly resting on conversations with coach Fabian Hurzeler, and he continues to face significant competition for midfield minutes from Carlos Baleba, Yasin Ayari, Diego Gomez and Pascal Gross.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back to Brighton O'Riley has been returned from his loan with Marseille and has returned to Brighton, according to his parent club.

Impact O'Riley is back in England after some time in France, returning to the Seagulls after his limited time with OM. He would start in six of his 15 appearances with the club, starting to begin the year but falling out of favor the past few months. He started in two straight games to begin the season with Brighton before his loan, so he could compete for time immediately. However, he will have to beat out the likes of Carlos Baleba, Yasin Ayari, Diego Gomez and Pascal Gross in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assists in victory O'Riley assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 win versus Union SG.

Impact O'Riley's passing between the lines helped Marseille gain control after a frantic opening. His standout moment came in the 58th minute, when he received the ball centrally and slipped a well weighted pass into Mason Greenwood's path for the third Marseille goal. He also did his share of defensive work to conclude a mature outing, especially given the fact he remained a bench option in the last five games before getting the start against USG.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist off bench O'Riley assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Brest.

Impact O'Riley helped Marseille dominate possession after coming off the bench for 20 minutes and ultimately provided an assist for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with a well-placed cross from the right flank. This marked his third goal contribution in nine Ligue 1 appearances this season and came at the right time after he was heavily criticized for his outing against Atalanta in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First Marseille goal contributions O'Riley scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Metz.

Impact O'Riley struck the ball cleanly from the top of the box to score Marseille's second goal before playing a neat one-two to assist the third goal in their 3-0 demolition of Metz. The creative midfielders' three chances created marked a team-high in the fixture. The goal contributions were O'Riley's first for Marseille across six appearances (five starts) in UCL and Ligue 1 play combined.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Decent outing in midfield O'Riley registered one tackle (one won) and one interception in Monday's 1-0 win against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact O'Riley was in the starting squad for the second match in a row with his new club and featured from a deeper midfield role alongside Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this time. The Danish player's stats are not representative of how good he was technically on the pitch, as he only contributed one tackle, one interception and one chance created, but he covered more than 11 kilometers, the highest mark of the game, and was brilliant in transitions with his passing and vision. There is no doubt that O'Riley will be a key starter under coach Roberto De Zerbi this season and become a fan favorite.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Marseille on loan O'Riley has joined Marseille on loan from Brighton for the 2025/26 season, his new club announced.

Impact O'Riley was born in South London to an English father and Danish mother, carrying both cultures into his football journey. After being formed in Fulham and leaving the club at 20-years-old as a free agent, he rebuilt himself at Milton Keynes before earning a move to Celtic Glasgow in 2022, where he became a key playmaker and won multiple domestic trophies. Since 2023, he has represented Denmark at international level, and at 24-years-old he is seen as one of Europe's most elegant and underrated midfielders. After one season spent in the Premier League with the Seagulls, O'Riley will reunite with former coach Roberto de Zerbi and become the playmaker in Marseille, likely taking all the set-pieces and being the creative spark OM has missed in recent seasons.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from spot O'Riley scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Fulham.

Impact O'Riley put Brighton ahead with a 55th-minute penalty after Sander Berge fouled Georginio Rutter. He logged one shot on target from one attempt and had a good outing on set pieces, contributing four crosses and two corners. O'Riley has now contributed to three goals in his last three Premier League games, having also delivered in each of his last two appearances last season. That said, reports say he could be on the move this summer, which would be a big blow as he is currently handling parts of set pieces and penalties at the start of the campaign.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in season finale O'Riley scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 4-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact O'Riley scored a penalty in the 88th minute Sunday, a goal which took a 3-1 lead on the final day. He finished the season with four goal contributions (two goals and two assists) across 21 appearances (11 starts). Two of those goal contributions came in the final two matches of the season, both of which were matches where O'Riley did not start. O'Riley missed some stretches of the season with various injuries, so he will look to get fit and have a healthy campaign next season.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner as a sub O'Riley assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 victory versus Liverpool.

Impact O'Riley assisted Jack Hinshelwood for the winning goal against Liverpool, having come on with only 17 minutes left to play. This was the midfielder's second assist of the season with his other one coming in January against Ipswich. This was his only chance created of the game but it made it six games in a row where he has made at least one chance created.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three straight starts O'Riley started three matches in a row, taking five total shots since returning from injury.

Impact O'Riley returned to the bench for two matches as he finished his recovery. Once he was back to full fitness the midfielder has been straight into the starting XI. The midfielder hasn't gone past 70 minutes in any of those three starts but seems set to finish the season with a solid role in the starting XI.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused off bench O'Riley (knee) went unused off the bench in Saturday's 0-0 (3-4) penalty shootout loss to Nottingham Forest.

Impact O'Riley was on the team sheet Saturday but didn't see anytime, going unused the whole 120 minutes of play after the match entered extra time. This is still some good news, as he should be deemed fit after finding a bench spot. He has only started in five of his 12 appearances this season, likely to continue in a rotational role.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available against Forrest O'Riley (knee) is in contention for Saturday's FA Cup clash against Nottingham Forrest, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in a press conference, according to Johnny Cantor.

Impact O'Riley has been training over the break and is likely to be available for Saturday's FA Cup clash against Forrest. This is good news for the team since the midfielder remains a key player, despite not starting in any of his last four appearances for Brighton.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training over break O'Riley (knee) was pictured in training over the international break.

Impact O'Riley hasn't been right the entire season, which is why he's struggled for consistent minutes in his first season with Brighton. While it looks like he should be available following the break, minutes will remain hard to come by, as Diego Gomez has been seeing recent starts with Yasin Ayari also above O'Riley in the midfield depth chart.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined O'Riley (knee) is still sidelined and will not play against Manchester City on Saturday, coach Fabian Hurzeler said in the press conference, Johnny Cantor reports.

Impact O'Riley remains sidelined with a knee injury and will miss Saturday's match. His next chance to return will be against Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup on March 29, giving him additional time to recover.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't make call O'Riley (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact O'Riley looks to have not healed from his injuries in time for Saturday, with the pain in his knee still too much. HE will look to see the field again soon, although it could be a few more weeks, as they are being cautious with the issue.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Knee issue nagging O'Riley (knee) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Fulham, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. [Matt] O'Riley is over his illness but we have to be careful of a small knee issue...

Impact O'Riley is a doubt Saturday despite overcoming an illness. The midfielder is still nursing a knee injury. It's unclear if it's the same knee he had issues with earlier in the season, but O'Riley hasn't played in each of the last three matches, including being left out entirely against Newcastle in the FA Cup.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from knee injury O'Riley (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact O'Riley is back from his knee injury after only one match out, seeing a spot on the bench during his return. He has only started in five of his nine appearances this season and will likely remain in a rotational role moving forward.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee issue O'Riley is doubtful for Saturday's match against Everton due to a knee injury, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. We have some players who are doubtful. Matt is not 100 percent...

Impact O'Riley will be a late call for Saturday, with the midfielder suffering a knee injury in the build up to the contest. This leaves him as doubtful, with a late fitness test likely deciding his availability. He has only started in five of his nine appearances and has dealt with constant injuries this season, so he will hope these are only minor issues he can return from quickly.

JANUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench O'Riley (undisclosed) is back on the bench for Saturday's trip to West Ham.

Impact O'Riley is on the bench Saturday after missing a week due to a knock. As expected he's back fit and back in contention for some minutes. With matches coming every few days in the busy Christmas period, O'Riley should be in for plenty of chances.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option Saturday O'Riley (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against West Ham, according to manager Fabian Hurzeler. "Matt is back."

Impact O'Riley missed the club's last match but is in for a quick turnaround after appearing to recover from his undisclosed issue. The midfielder will be happy to have only missed one game due to the injury, having already missed out eight times before. He will probably see a bench spot in his return, starting in only two of his five appearances.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Sunday O'Riley missed out on Sunday's 3-1 loss to Crystal Palace due to injury, according to Andy Naylor of the Athletic, per Sam Morton of Sussex Express. "The absence of Matt from the B...

Impact O'Riley is back on the injury list, missing out with only minor issues. That said, he will look for a quick turnaround, possibly featuring against West Ham on Saturday. Once he does return, a bench spot is likely, only starting in two of his five games this season while missing out nine times through injury.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in Thursday's loss O'Riley had an own goal, one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Thursday's 3-1 defeat versus Fulham.

Impact O'Riley scored an own goal Thursday, a goal which gave Fulham the lead in the 79th minute. It was an unfortunate turn of events for him as he had played very well up until that point. He created his first three chances of the season and set season highs in crosses (six), accurate crosses (two) and corners (five). He also intercepted three passes before he was subbed off in the 81st minute for Georgino Rutter.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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