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'Showed the world': Beach stars in Socceroos' triumph

Patrick Beach was contentiously picked over captain Maty Ryan in goal against Turkey, but silenced any doubters with a stunning performance.

AAP · Jun 14

'Oh my days': Socceroos fans bask in World Cup win

Live screening sites across Australia have erupted as the Socceroos scored a 2-0 win over Turkey in their World Cup opener.

AAP · Jun 14

Socceroos hero Patrick Beach revels in World Cup win: ‘It was absolute limbs’

Before he became an instant national hero, Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach had a perfect view of Nestory Irankunda’s opening goal

The Guardian - AU · Jun 14

FIFA World Cup 2026: Australia scores twice against run of play, blanks Turkey in opener

Australia secured a surprising 2-0 victory over Turkey in their World Cup opener, with goals from Nestory Irankunda and Conner Metcalfe. Goalkeeper Patrick Beach delivered a standout performance, making eight saves in his debut to secure the clean sheet for the Socceroos.

The Economic Times · Jun 14

SOC:Socceroos stun Turkey in 2-0 World Cup victory

The Socceroos have stunned Turkey 2-0 in a perfect start to their World Cup campaign thanks to superb goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.

AAP · Jun 14

Socceroos stun Turkey as Australia’s youngsters shine in opening World Cup win

Australia’s next generation delivered one of their best World Cup victories, upsetting Turkey 2-0 in Vancouver to start their campaign in style

The Guardian - AU · Jun 14

'This one's for you': the cute school beginnings of the Hunter's World Cup hero

Local junior produces unforgettable moment for Socceroos.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 14

Irankunda heroics vindicate bold coach in Socceroo win

Tony Popovic's bold call to start Nestory Irankunda in Australia's World Cup opener against Turkey paid off, with the sensation starring in a memorable 2-0 win.

AAP · Jun 14

Australia 2-0 Turkey: World Cup 2026 – as it happened

The Socceroos kicked off their campaign with a win after Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe strikes sunk Turkey in Vancouver

The Guardian - AU · Jun 14

AAP Rolling News Bulletin June 14, 1200

AAP Rolling News Bulletin for June 14 at 1200

AAP · Jun 14