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Connor Metcalfe scores for Australia after Bundesliga relegation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:55 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Connor Metcalfe scores for Australia after Bundesliga relegation

Summary

Connor Metcalfe played a crucial role in Australia's victory over Turkey in their World Cup opening match on June 14, 2026. Metcalfe scored a vital second goal in the 75th minute, securing a 2-0 lead for Australia after Irankunda's initial goal in the 27th minute. This comes after Metcalfe's relegation from the Bundesliga with FC St. Pauli, where he accumulated 576 minutes on the pitch during the season. His performance is a significant achievement following a difficult club season.

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By the Numbers

•Australia defeated Turkey 2-0 in their World Cup opener.
•Metcalfe scored his first World Cup goal in the match.
•Australia took the lead with Irankunda's goal in the 27th minute.
•Metcalfe was previously relegated with FC St. Pauli this season.

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1:55 PMYahoo Sports — 🤯 Fresh from Bundesliga relegation, second-tier player now national hero

What they're saying

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How closely joy and sorrow in football can sometimes lie side by side is shown by the last few months in Connor Metcalfe’s career. He spent a total of 576 minutes on the pitch for FC St. Pauli in th...
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