Nico O'Reilly takes on our camp life quiz

Fresh off the back of his England senior debut earlier this month in a 2-0 win over Serbia, it's been a month to remember for Nico O'Reilly.

With two camps under his belt, receiving his first call-up from Thomas Tuchel in October, the Manchester City defender talks all things camp life.

What is one essential item you’re packing in your suitcase for a camp?

I’d say my toothbrush. It’s essential – you need it! I do actually have two. I usually have a travel one and one from home and I did bring my one from home.

What about one luxury item?

My iPad and my phone for the plane. I’ll watch Netflix – I just keep re-watching things.

How do you like to spend your down-time on camp?

I just chill, relax and get some rest in. I speak to family and friends from home, speak to some of the boys and spend time in the games room.

Who would you sit next to on a plane or bus journey to an England game?

I’d say it’s going to be between James Trafford and Phil Foden – we have a few jokes here and there but it’s good vibes. We’d just be chatting and a few card games.

What kind of character or personality would you say you are within the group and how would your team-mates describe you?

I’d say I’m quite and chilled. This is only my second time here so I’m still getting used to things and getting to know everyone a bit more.

What is your favourite meal to eat on camp?

They do pasta chicken with tomato sauce or chicken wraps.

What is your favourite part of training?

The mini-games. That’s the fun bit. You just get to play and express yourself.

Talk us through your pre-match routine.

I just try and focus really and zone in. I play my music and zone out from everything else and get ready for the game. I don’t have much of a routine.

I get supplements and drinks that I need for the game and then it’s game time.

What kind of music do you listen to before a game?

It’s either an album on Spotify or a playlist that I like to listen to. I have a bit of everything in there – a bit of rap.

Talk us through your post-match routine.

I like to catch up with family and see what they thought about the game. I eat, recover and just chill. I’m usually tired after games, so I don’t like doing much.

What is your favourite thing about being on camp?

I’d probably just say the experience in itself. It’s a huge achievement to be here in such an amazing team.

My first camp was good – I really enjoyed it. It was a great experience and I got closer to all the staff and players and created a bit of a bond.

How would you sum up pulling on an England shirt and representing your country?

It’s an honour. It’s a surreal feeling to play for your country. It’s a dream come true really.

What is your favourite moment during your England career?

I don’t have a specific memory in particular. I would just say going away to different countries and playing against teams around the world.

It’s fun – it’s good experience and you meet new people.

With the World Cup on the horizon this season, what is your favourite memory of watching the Three Lions in the World Cup?

I used to always watch England as a kid, in the EUROs and in World Cups. I think the first memory I have was the World Cup in Brazil [in 2014] – that’s the first time I really started watching.

I’d say just watching England in major tournaments in penalty shootouts and coming from back from games.

You could see how much it meant to everyone, watching at home and when I went out to watch it. Everyone was invested in and how much power it has in the whole country.

What is one piece of advice your younger self would’ve given you now you’re in this position, playing for England?

Just embrace everything. Take everything in and just appreciate what you’ve got and keep going.