Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley did make a positive impact when he came on against Rangers at the weekend.
Although the Hoops eventually lost the Scottish Cup semi-final in extra time, the Danish Under 21 international still played well after replacing the injured Liel Abada a Hampden Park.
When one supporter on Twitter suggested that O’Riley should start against Ross County on Sunday, many others backed his selection as well:
I agree, he was physical and tried to make things happen. Top player
— Scott☘️ (@ScottMarshall67) April 20, 2022
I agree. Thought he was our best player. I would start him with McGregor and Turnbull and give Hatate and Rogic a break
— Andy McCool (@AndyMccool0211) April 20, 2022
Agree thought he came in and looked classy on the ball. Can have a big future if develops well in next few seasons
— Michael Bailey (@Irishmikeeb) April 20, 2022
Him McGregor and one other for the remaining 5 games.
— DANNY HENDERSON (@Danielh15215783) April 20, 2022
Young player of the year.🍀💚
— Notorious 67🏴🍀 (@karma67lisbon) April 20, 2022
Best midfield trio is Him Turnbull and CalMac
— Charlie Johnson (@CharlieEfc17) April 20, 2022
Should be in the starting 11 every game nothing absolutely nothing phases this bhoy IMO 💪🏽☘️
— Martin Wilkie (@MartinWilkie20) April 20, 2022
Considering O’Riley scored a brace after coming on in Celtic’s last league game versus St Johnstone a couple of weeks ago, the 21-year-old can’t really do a lot more to get into the starting lineup.
There is certainly competition for places in midfield, with Reo Hatate, Tom Rogic and Callum McGregor being favoured by manager Ange Postecoglou recently. However, with Hatate admitting in an interview that he is suffering from fatigue, it could be the right time to recall O’Riley. It will be interesting to see who starts at Victoria Park.
