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Nestory Irankunda Earns Triumph for the Socceroos in Heated Exhibition Encounter with the Canadian side
Emerging sensation Nestory Irankunda found the back of the net for the consecutive game in a row, as goalkeeper Paul Izzo delivered a outstanding performance to guide the Australian national team to a narrow 1-0 win over Canada.
Match Overview
After a slow first half dominated by the Canadian team, the Australian side came to life with the entry of late substitutes Jordy Bos, Lewis Miller, and Patrick Yazbek. It was Irankunda who scored the decider in the 71st minute.
Keeper Paul Izzo, selected in place of skipper Maty Ryan, produced multiple stops, featuring a spectacular effort to stop Jacob Shaffelburg in the 90th minute, ensuring Australia's seventh-straight victory.
NESTORY IRANKUNDA SCORES AUSTRALIA IN FRONT IN MONTREAL! 🔥
🇨🇦 0 - 1 🇦🇺
Key Actions
- During the third minute, Tajon Buchanan burst into the box, but defender Alessandro Circati executed a perfectly timed challenge to avert the danger.
- Eight minutes later, Irankunda dribbled past multiple opponents and set up Max Balard, whose attempt was blocked.
- During the first half, the Socceroos found it difficult to maintain possession, with Buchanan creating issues on the right flank.
- Even with pressure from the hosts, the disciplined Australian defense stood strong, restricting opportunities before the break.
Post-Interval Turnaround
Two minutes into the second half, Irankunda embarked on a wonderful dribble, beating Derek Cornelius and driving the ball toward the near post, where Mohamed Toure missed his shot.
Substitutions in the second half brought instant energy, with Irankunda pouncing on a poor pass and finding Toure, who fired wide.
Later, Miller sent in a lovely ball to Yazbek, who flicked toward Circati, but the skipper shot over the bar.
During the 70th minute, following a pinball situation in the box, the Australians cleaned up the situation.
Decisive Goal
Soon after, Connor Metcalfe sent Toure on the right, and the striker cut the ball back into a promising area.
As a Canadian defender dithered, Irankunda sneaked in from the blind side to tap in his third international goal.
Final Action
Although unable to add a second goal, the Socceroos were rescued by Izzo's late saves.
Tempers flared in injury-time, resulting in Irankunda receiving a booking and taken off amid a scuffle.
During a heated conclusion, the Australian backline and Izzo held firm to seal the win.
Looking Ahead
Having already secured a spot for the upcoming global tournament, the Socceroos are ramping up their readiness with friendlies against North American opponents and the USA, with a fixture set in Colorado on Wednesday.
Jack Sanchez
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