We must remember he’s only 20 years old. It’s unfair to place the fate of multiculturalism on his shoulders

Former refugees Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Touré will be aiming to make their mark for the Socceroos at the World Cup.

Birthed in a refugee camp in Tanzania in 2006, to Burundian parents who had fled their homeland due to civil war, it was not an auspicious, nor very Aussie, opening chapter.

Burundian by origin. Born in a Tanzanian refugee camp. Then move to Australia and the World Cup goal. A story for the ages, by all means. | Football News

Winger Nestory Irankunda slams pre-match critics after his magnificent strike puts underdog Australia on the path to a famous victory over Turkey in their Group D opener.

The pathway to safety that brought Nestory Irankunda’s family to Australia is one that is rapidly closing.

We must remember he’s only 20 years old. It’s unfair to place the fate of multiculturalism on his shoulders