Flares, chants and ecstatic Socceroos fans: Melbourne football lovers celebrate ‘the greatest day’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Thousands of Australians celebrated the Socceroos' 2-0 World Cup victory against Turkey in Melbourne, with fans gathering in Federation Square to watch the match and cheer throughout the game.

• Australia's Socceroos defeated Turkey 2-0 in a World Cup match watched by thousands in Melbourne's Federation Square.
• Fans celebrated with flares, chants, and joyous scenes as the team scored two goals, with the second coming in the 75th minute.
• The event brought together diverse groups of Australians, with supporters expressing pride and excitement over the victory.