Australia stuns Turkey 2-0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 opener
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize Australia opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style, defeating Turkey 2-0 in Group D at BC Place on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
- Match Recap: Youth Delivers on World Stage
- In the 27th minute, 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda chased down a Paul Okon-Engstler through ball, cut inside, and slotted low past Uğurcan Çakır.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Australia opened its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in style, defeating Turkey 2-0 in Group D at BC Place on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe, plus a stunning 8-save debut from goalkeeper Patrick Beach, secured the Socceroos a dream start and sparked wild celebrations across Australia.
Match Recap: Youth Delivers on World Stage
In the 27th minute, 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda chased down a Paul Okon-Engstler through ball, cut inside, and slotted low past Uğurcan Çakır. The Watford winger became Australia’s youngest-ever World Cup goalscorer and celebrated with Tim Cahill’s iconic corner-flag boxing routine.