Australia Shock Turkey 2-0 in World Cup Group D Opener

14 Jun 2026

Australia made a stunning start to the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Turkey in Vancouver. Nestory Irankunda opened the scoring in the 27th minute on the counter, becoming the Socceroos' youngest-ever World Cup goalscorer at 20. Connor Metcalfe sealed the result in the 75th minute with a powerful low strike from distance. Goalkeeper Patrick Beach impressed on his competitive debut with several key saves, including tipping Abdulkerim Bardakci's long-range effort onto the post.