Socceroos boast heavy Adelaide connection, as SA fans show support (opens original article in a new tab)

Thousands of South Australian fans gathered to support the Socceroos in their World Cup match against Türkiye, where Adelaide-born player Nestory Irankunda scored the opening goal in a 2-0 victory. SA Police banned a man for discharging a flare at the event.

• Thousands of South Australian fans gathered to support the Socceroos in their World Cup game against Türkiye
• Adelaide-born player Nestory Irankunda scored the opening goal in Australia's 2-0 victory
• SA Police banned a man from event venues for discharging a flare at The Drive during the match
• Five Adelaide players were part of Australia's World Cup squad including Irankunda, Tete Yengi, Mo Touré, Awer Mabil, and Paul Izzo