Australia stuns Turkey 2-0 in World Cup opener with O'Neill's help
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Australia defeated Turkey 2-0 in their World Cup opener at Vancouver Stadium on June 15. Aiden O'Neill, midfielder for New York City FC, played the full match and contributed significantly to Australia's tactics. Goals came from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe, allowing Australia to control the tempo against a favored Turkish side. The win positions Australia as a contender in Group D, which includes the United States and Paraguay. Upcoming, Australia will face the USMNT on June 19.
- •Australia scored twice, once before and after halftime.
- •Aiden O'Neill anchored the midfield for Australia.
- •O'Neill's performance showcases MLS player impact in the World Cup.
- •Australia is in Group D with the US and Paraguay.
- •Next match is against the USMNT on June 19.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — NYCFC's O'Neill anchors Australia's World Cup upset over Turkey
"Australia stunned Turkey 2-0 in their World Cup opener at Vancouver Stadium, with New York City FC midfielder Aiden O'Neill starting and playing the full 90 minutes for the Socceroos. Turkey were larg...
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