In their first match at the 2026 World Cup, the Australian national team defeated Turkey with two deadly counterattacks despite having less possession of the ball, shattering the 24-year dream of the team's fans in Vancouver, Canada.
Publish dateSunday 14 June 2026 - 10:39
Story Code : 357753
Afghan Voice Agency (AVA): The match between the national football teams of Turkey and Australia was held at 08:30 this Sunday Afghanistan time at the BBC Vancouver Stadium with referee Jesus from Venezuela, which ended with a score of 2-0 in Australia's favor.
Turkey, which had returned to the World Cup after 24 years, took full control of the game with the presence of its 45,000 enthusiastic fans and organized extensive attacks on the Australian goal. But Australian coach Tony Popovich, with a clever tactical plan, trapped the opponent in counterattacks.
In the first half, Nestor Irankunda opened the scoring for Turkey on a quick counterattack. In the second half, Turkey increased the pressure, opening up more space behind their defense until Connor Metcalfe scored Australia's second goal with a long-range shot in the 75th minute.
The match statistics show that Turkey was the better team on the field with 59 percent possession and 17 shots, but Australia showed off their counterattacking efficiency with 4 shots on target and 2 goals.
In the other match in the group, the United States crushed Paraguay 4-1 and topped Group D due to the better goal difference.
Turkey, which had returned to the World Cup after 24 years, took full control of the game with the presence of its 45,000 enthusiastic fans and organized extensive attacks on the Australian goal. But Australian coach Tony Popovich, with a clever tactical plan, trapped the opponent in counterattacks.
In the first half, Nestor Irankunda opened the scoring for Turkey on a quick counterattack. In the second half, Turkey increased the pressure, opening up more space behind their defense until Connor Metcalfe scored Australia's second goal with a long-range shot in the 75th minute.
The match statistics show that Turkey was the better team on the field with 59 percent possession and 17 shots, but Australia showed off their counterattacking efficiency with 4 shots on target and 2 goals.
In the other match in the group, the United States crushed Paraguay 4-1 and topped Group D due to the better goal difference.
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