FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE updates: Socceroos start with a bang as sizzling strikes down Turkey
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Socceroos Triumph in World Cup OpenerAustralia defeated Turkey 2-0 in their first match, setting up a crucial Group D clash with hosts USA next Saturday.
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- Nestory Irankunda scored his first World Cup goal after a precise assist from Paul Okon Jr., celebrating in Tim Cahill’s style.
- Connor Metcalfe contributed decisively by scoring perfectly in his debut World Cup game to secure the 2-0 win.
- Goalkeeper Patrick Beach delivered key saves, denying multiple significant Turkish attempts on goal.
- Despite holding 63% possession and 28 shots, Turkey failed to create a truly clear scoring chance and lost the match.
The one thing in football is when people talk, the best way to silence them is on the pitch.— Harry Kewell on SBS's coverage of the Socceroos game
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