Australia look to defy expectations against Turkey in their World Cup opener (opens original article in a new tab)

Australia is confident they can defy expectations against Turkey in their World Cup opener, with Turkey favored to win the Group D match at BC Place.

• Australia's coach Tony Popovic says the team is confident they can prove people wrong against Turkey in their World Cup opener
• Turkey is favored to win the Group D match against Australia at BC Place
• Australia has reached the last 16 in the World Cup twice, including in 2022 where they lost to Argentina