An exciting young Socceroos squad took on Türkiye for their first World Cup match.

A day after this profile was published in Good Weekend, 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda announced himself to the planet, scoring a breathtaking goal in the World Cup that has…

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe delivered Australia’s first win in a World Cup opener since 2006 to set up a blockbuster showdown next Saturday with Group D rivals and hosts…

An exciting young Socceroos squad took on Türkiye for their first World Cup match.

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.

Australian fans go wild as Nestory Irankunda smashes the ball into the back of the net to score against Turkiye.

Nestory Irankunda, 20, scored Australia's first 2026 World Cup goal in the 27th minute against Turkiye, becoming the youngest Socceroo to score at a World

Australia beat Turkiye 2-0 in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D opener at BC Place in Vancouver. Goals from Irankunda and Metcalfe sealed a commanding win.

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

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

FIFA World Cup 2026: Australia got up and running in the tournament after a win over Turkey. | Football News

Australia defeated Turkey 2-0 on Saturday at Vancouver's BC Place Stadium thanks to a goal in each half by Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.

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…

Australia defeats Turkiye 2-0 in their World Cup opener, marking Turkiye's return after 24 years.

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…

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.

Australia triumphed 2-0 against Turkey in their World Cup opener, with Irankunda scoring a breakaway goal and Metcalfe sealing the win with a stunning long-range strike.

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.