Sport: Soccer Category: Scores & Results

Socceroos begin World Cup campaign with win against Turkey

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 7:37 AM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Socceroos begin World Cup campaign with win against Turkey

Summary

The Socceroos opened their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over Turkey in Vancouver on June 14. Goalkeeper Patrick Beach highlighted the team's pace as a key threat, noting the quick setup leading to Nestory Irankunda's opening goal. Beach's solid performance played a crucial role in securing the win as Australia aims for success in the tournament. The Socceroos will look to build on this momentum in their next match.

Source Links

The Guardian Sport

By the Numbers

•Socceroos defeated Turkey 2-0 in their World Cup opener.
•Nestory Irankunda scored the first goal for Australia.
•Patrick Beach credited the team's pace for their success.
•The match took place in Vancouver on June 14.
•Australia aims to continue their winning streak in upcoming matches.

Latest Updates

7:37 AMThe Guardian Sport — Socceroos hero Patrick Beach revels in World Cup win: ‘It was absolute limbs’

What they're saying

"
Goalkeeper repays faith shown in him with resolute display Socceroos open campaign with win against Turkey – in pictures Before he became an instant national hero, Socceroos goalkeeper Patrick Beach had a perfect view of Nestory Irankunda’s opening goal during the 2-0 win against Turkey in Vancouver. “We know one of our threats is our pace up front,” he said. “I just saw an opportunity to get it out wide, and then within two or three passes, Nes was in the 18-yard box and having a crack on goal. And then it was absolute limbs, wasn’t it?” Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Jack Snape at BC Place Vancouver

Related Teams & Leagues

Soccer