Irankunda, Metcalfe steer Australia to a historic 2-0 win against Türkiye — as it happened

We're going to wrap up our live blog coverage. Thank you for joining us for Australia's historic 2-0 win over Türkiye.

The Socceroos will now have six days of rest before they take on the USA in Seattle at 5am on Saturday (AEST).

There will be more World Cup action tomorrow:

• 3am: Germany vs Curaçao
• 6am: Netherlands vs Japan
• 9am: Ivory Coast vs Ecuador
• 12pm: Sweden vs Tunisia

You can watch all of the World Cup live and free on SBS or SBS On Demand.

— Miles Proust

From a refugee camp to the World Cup, Nestory Irankunda has announced himself on football's biggest stage.

You can read more below about Irankunda's background, as well as teammates Mohamed Touré and Awer Mabil, who reflect the diversity of the Socceroos.

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With their historic win, Australia takes home three points and sits second behind the USA in Group D on goal difference, ahead of Türkiye (third) and Paraguay (fourth).

The Socceroos will take on the USA at 5am on Saturday (AEST) in Seattle, with a win taking them to the top of their group.

They will then play Paraguay in Santa Clara, near San Francisco, at 12pm on 26 June.

The top two teams from every group advance to the knockout Round of 32, as well as the eight highest-ranked third-placed teams.

— Miles Proust

You can catch up on the Socceroos' famous win against Türkiye at their World Cup opener today, including Irankunda and Metcalfe's goals and other key highlights, here:

Australia's youngest-ever World Cup goal scorer, Nestory Irankunda, said it's a "dream come true".

"We've got the win now, we worked extra hard, we fought till the end, and it's just an exciting moment," he said.

"You gotta thank the staff, you gotta thank the nation. You know, they all had the belief in me to do so well, and you know, I felt like today getting that goal, you know, it was amazing," he said.

Irankunda's trademark backflip celebration was notably absent, instead going for the corner flag punch, which he said was in tribute to his hero, Tim Cahill.

"Timmy Cahill was my biggest inspiration when it comes to football, him and Lionel Messi," he said.

"I just thought if I scored, I'll do the same as him."

Irankunda was awarded player of the match for his efforts.

— Miles Proust

Popovic, as you would expect, is over the moon.

"Proud," he said.

"Proud to be here as head coach, to experience this.

"Put a smile on these people's faces that have travelled so far to support us. And just so happy for a wonderful young group of men."

He said it was a big call to have Patrick Beach replace Mat Ryan in goals, but explained his decision.

"It's something that, you know we've always seen (his quality) and I've got a lot of belief in the young man.

"He stood up today so very happy for him."

Harry Kewell has summed it up well about Australia's doubters, which included Türkiye captain Hakan Calhanoglu, who said his "more talented" team would "dominate" Australia.

"One thing in football is when people talk, the best way to silence them is on the pitch, and I think tonight Australia silenced a lot of people," Kewell said on SBS's post-game coverage.

— Miles Proust

Türkiye threw everything at the Socceroos but were unable to break down Australia's defence, which withstood relentless pressure.

After the final whistle sounded, Tony Popovic was mobbed by the coaching staff. He has been vindicated for his call to replace goalkeeper and captain Mat Ryan with Patrick Beach, who had an outstanding night with eight saves.

Türkiye dominated possession, 59 per cent to 30 per cent (with 11 per cent contested) and 30 shots on goal, compared to Australia's nine shots.

The win marks the first World Cup opening match victory for Australia since 2006, when the Socceroos took down Japan.

Australia walk away with three points and a clean sheet before they take on the USA on Saturday, 20 June.

— Miles Proust

What an incredible win for Australia, who were not given a chance by the pundits, with a 2-0 win against Türkiye.

In the dying moments, Harry Souttar made several critical blocks, denying multiple Turkish attacks.

Source: SBS

Here are the scenes at Melbourne's Federation Square after Australia won the game.

— Miles Proust

Six minutes of stoppage time have been added, as Australia leads 2-0.

Australia is on the verge of a historic win.

Calhanoglu takes a free kick around the wall into the left goal corner with Beach diving to parry it away.

Meanwhile, another sub for Australia, with Aziz Behich coming on for Okon-Engstler and Jackson Irvine coming on for Jordy Bos.

What a night Beach is having.

Patrick Beach has made another critical save, denying a volley from Kerem Aktürkoğlu from a header just metres from the goal line.

Just prior to the goal, the Socceroos also made some changes with Tete Yengi coming on for Mo Touré, while Jason Geria replaced Jacob Italiano.

A second goal for Australia after a long-range strike from Connor Metcalfe!

The Socceroos had been under sustained pressure but were able to break through, with Metcalfe unleashing a low strike into the bottom corner.

What a goal, Türkiye have been left stunned.

Just prior to the break, Mo Touré broke forward under pressure for Türkiye but appeared to be limping.

He felt for his left calf, but remains on the pitch after the hydration break.

The crowd is singing Mr Brightside as the break ends, with Australia leading 1-0.

Sixty-eight minutes in and the second drinks break has been called.

The Socceroos have been under real pressure from Türkiye, with multiple attempts close to goal, but so far, they have been unable to break through Australia's defence.

Nishan Velupilay has been subbed on for goal scorer Nestory Irankunda.

A poor turnover from Irankunda gives Türkiye chance, putting Okon-Engstler under pressure.

He hauls down Guler 25m from goal, who curls the free kick but its but its parried away by Beach, leading to a corner for Türkiye.

Türkiye keep it alive but their efforts go wide.

Another chance for Australia, after Aiden O'Neill puts in a long ball to the back post.

Souttar has a go, but his header is saved by Uğurcan Çakır.

The second half is underway, and Türkiye is immediately on the front foot, with a shot from the corner of the box landing straight at Beach.

The Socceroos have an early chance after winning the ball in midfield, with Jordy Bos cutting in and curling a shot that is deflected away for a corner.