Nestory Irankunda

What won't sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race
The World Cup finals draw is near and the race for Socceroos selection is heating up, with only a handful of locks in the squad.
AAP
4 min read
Hammer to go with defensive anvil remains elusive for stuttering Socceroos
Unlocking Australia’s attack should be Tony Popovic’s main priority with the World Cup coming into sharp focus and scrutiny on his team increasing
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Passive Socceroos problems exposed in disappointing defeat to Venezuela
Australia lose 1-0 after La Vinotinto attacker Jesús Ramírez scores in the 38th minute, while debutant goalkeeper Patrick Beach impresses in Houston
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Venezuela 1-0 Australia: men’s international football friendly – as it happened
Socceroos fail to fire against La Vinotinto in Houston as their 2026 World Cup preparations take a hit with a second straight defeat
The Guardian - AU
17 min read
'Why not do it now?' Socceroos boss wants new WC ground
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has challenged his team to do something special at next year's World Cup and make a deep run.
AAP
3 min read
New coach, new club concerns for Socceroos star
It's been a successful but also frustrating night of Championship action for three of four Socceroos, with Nestory Irankunda subbed off early again for Watford.
AAP
3 min read
Outline of World Cup-ready Socceroos becoming clearer by the game under Tony Popovic
The undefeated streak may have ended, but Australia’s first loss under this coach against USA confirms they’re set on the right path
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
USMNT Player Ratings vs. Australia: Starting Striker Battle Heats Up
Haji Wright responded to Folarin Balogun’s outstanding performance with a show of his own.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
Popovic takes positives out of first Socceroos defeat
The Socceroos have suffered a 2-1 loss to the United States, marking their first defeat in the 12 matches since Tony Popovic took over the reins.
AAP
4 min read
USMNT vs. Australia—International Friendly: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
The USMNT are aiming to build on their recent promise against the confident Socceroos.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read