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June 14, 2026
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Clinical Australia upset Turkey in World Cup opener

Clinical Australia upset Turkey in World Cup opener

Nestory Irankunda became Australia’s youngest World Cup goalscorer as a youthful Socceroos upset Turkey 2-0. The Watford forward scored a fine first-half goal before Connor Metcalfe got the second to give Tony Popovic’s side the perfect start to their Group D campaign in Vanc..

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A youthful Australia squad has secured a surprising 2-0 victory over Turkey in their World Cup opener, with Nestory Irankunda becoming the nation's youngest World Cup goalscorer.

  • Nestory Irankunda, aged 20 years and 125 days, set a new record for Australia's youngest World Cup goalscorer.
  • The Socceroos, led by coach Tony Popovic, achieved a perfect start to their Group D campaign.
  • Despite Turkey dominating possession for large periods, Australia's goalkeeper Patrick Beach made crucial saves to maintain the clean sheet.

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