Australia shock Turkey 2-0 with ruthless World Cup display

Australia delivered one of the early surprises of the FIFA World Cup 2026, defeating Turkey 2-0 in their Group D opener in Vancouver despite spending much of the match under pressure.
Goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe secured all three points for the Socceroos, whose disciplined defensive display frustrated a Turkish side making its first World Cup appearance in 24 years.
Turkey dominated possession and created numerous chances, with young playmaker Arda Güler pulling the str