Turkey Stunned by Australia in FIFA World Cup 2026 Opener
Summary
Turkey was defeated 2-0 by Australia in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at BC Place in Vancouver.
Key Points
- Turkey returned to the FIFA World Cup after 24 years and lost 2-0 to Australia in their opener.
- Nestory Irankunda scored the first goal for Australia in the 27th minute.
- Conor Metcalfe scored a second goal in the 75th minute securing Australia's victory.
- In another Group D match, America defeated Paraguay 4-1.
