The goal is said to be Australia's opening mark of the tournament, an early World Cup moment for the national side at the expanded 2026 edition across North America. Irankunda finding the net could signal a prominent attacking role for him in Australia's lineup during this campaign.
Early reporting has not confirmed the exact minute, the build-up to the finish, or whether Australia held the advantage through the rest of the match. Supporters tracking the Socceroos will likely be watching how the team manages a lead against Türkiye, with both sides still building their tournament identities on the World Cup stage.
