After weeks of criticism, the Socceroos produce an unbelievable 2-0 win over Turkiye.

Fans are out for the World Cup opener against Turkiye.

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkey’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory on Saturday night.

Fans are out for the World Cup opener against Turkiye.

Australian fans celebrate after the Socceroos scored a second goal via Connor Metcalfe.

Australia’s next generation delivered one of their best World Cup victories, upsetting Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to start their campaign in style

Australia’s next generation delivered one of their best World Cup victories, upsetting Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to start their campaign in style

Australia produced an inspired peformance to beat Turkey 2-0 in the group phase of the World Cup on Saturday.

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic's bold selection gamble paid off after leaving captain Maty Ryan and Jackson Irvine out of his starting XI.

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Australia secured a surprising 2-0 victory over Turkey in their World Cup opener, with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Conner Metcalfe. Goalkeeper Patrick Beach delivered a…

VANCOUVER: Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkiye’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory on Saturday…

Australia secured a stunning 2-0 upset over Turkey in their World Cup Group D opener. Discover how Australia's bold selections led to this famous victory.

The Socceroos won their opening match over Turkey. Here are our player ratings from a special win in Vancouver.

Goals from Irankunda and Metcalfe, combined with a resolute defence, take the Socceroos to 2nd in Group D

Australia secure win in Group D courtesy of goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.

The shocking news that dropped just before kickoff left Socceroos fans scratching their heads as the team took two huge chances that paid off.

Turkey dominated possession and territory but could not find a way past the rookie Australian goalkeeper.

The Socceroos produced a disciplined and determined performance to secure all three points against a Turkish side that entered the match with high expectations.

The loftiest dreams of the Socceroos were realised with a stunning 2-0 victory in Vancouver.

VANCOUVER, June 13 : Australia coach Tony Popovic's gamble on youth paid off in his side's surprise 2-0 win over Turkey in their World Cup opener on Saturday, as Nestory Irankunda…