Nestory Irankunda, 20, celebrated his first goal for Australia on World Cup debut against Türkiye by mimicking Tim Cahill's iconic celebration. Irankunda, inspired by Cahill, planned the tribute beforehand and hopes Cahill acknowledges it. His friend Mo Toure witnessed the goal and the planned celebration.
A new generation of young Socceroos, exemplified by Nestory Irankunda, is rekindling the sense of wonder and possibility last seen in the 2006 World Cup squad. Despite not yet reaching the status of past greats, this fearless team, with an average age of 24.6, is showing promise and a new World Cup formula.
Avustralya'nın 20 yaşındaki orta saha oyuncusu Nestory Irankunda, Türkiye'ye karşı attığı gol sonrası efsanevi Tim Cahill'in köşe bayrağı sevincini tekrarlayarak galibiyeti kutladı. Irankunda, Cahill'i en büyük Avustralyalı futbolcu olarak nitelendirdi.
Australia's Socceroos secured a surprising victory against Türkiye in their World Cup opener, featuring a young squad and spectacular goals. Goalkeeper Patrick Beach and young attacker Nestory Irankunda were standouts in the win.
The Socceroos secured a thrilling World Cup victory against Türkiye, with 20-year-old Nestory Irankunda scoring a spectacular opening goal and goalkeeper Patrick Beach making crucial saves. Coach Tony Popovic's bold selection choices, including starting Beach over captain Mat Ryan, paid off.
The Socceroos secured a World Cup victory against Türkiye, with young talents Nestory Irankunda and Patrick Beach making significant contributions. Irankunda scored a spectacular opening goal, while Beach made crucial saves to preserve the lead. Coach Tony Popovic's bold selection choices, including starting the 22-year-old Beach over captain Mat Ryan, paid off.
The Socceroos secured a thrilling World Cup victory against Türkiye, with young stars Nestory Irankunda and Patrick Beach making significant contributions. Irankunda opened the scoring with a spectacular goal, while Beach made crucial saves to preserve the lead, ultimately sealing a 2-0 win.
Australia's Socceroos secured a surprising 2-0 victory over Turkey in Vancouver, kicking off their 2026 World Cup campaign with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe. Young players, including goalkeeper Patrick Beach, were instrumental in the win.
