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Nestory Irankunda's World Cup debut goal for Australia sparked pride in South Australia's Burundian community. Community leader Joel Hakizimana recalls Irankunda's rise from refugee camp to professional football, highlighting the natural talent and fearlessness that propelled him to Bayern Munich and the Socceroos.
The United States won Group D and advanced to the World Cup round of 32 alongside Australia.
USA defeated Australia 2-0 in Seattle to secure a spot in the Round of 32 with a game to spare. Goals from an own goal and Alex Freeman extended the co-hosts' winning streak, marking their first back-to-back World Cup wins since 1930.
The United States defeated Australia 2-0 in a dominant performance in Seattle, securing qualification for the World Cup round of 32.
Australia defender Jordan Bos has been clocked as the fastest player at the 2026 World Cup, reaching 36.7 km/h. The 23-year-old Feyenoord left-back, who has drawn comparisons to Gareth Bale, is emerging as a key player for the Socceroos.
