🔗 Share this article The teenage star Secures Triumph for Australia in Intense Exhibition Match with the Canadian side Emerging sensation Nestory Irankunda netted for the second fixture in a row, as goalkeeper Paul Izzo produced a stellar performance to guide the Socceroos to a tight 1-0 victory over Canada. Game Overview Following a uneventful first half dominated by the hosts, the Australian side improved with the arrival of second-half replacements Jordy Bos, Lewis Miller, and Patrick Yazbek. Ultimately, Irankunda who made the difference in the 71st minute. Keeper Paul Izzo, selected in place of captain Maty Ryan, made key stops, including a brilliant intervention to deny Jacob Shaffelburg in the dying moments, ensuring Australia's seventh consecutive win. NESTOR IRANKUNDA SCORES AUSTRALIA AHEAD IN MONTREAL! 🔥🇨🇦 0 - 1 🇦🇺 Notable Highlights During the early stages, Tajon Buchanan charged into the penalty area, but defender Alessandro Circati executed a well-timed tackle to avert the threat. Eight minutes later, Irankunda beat multiple defenders and passed to Max Balard, whose attempt was deflected. During the first half, the Socceroos found it difficult to keep the ball, with Buchanan creating problems on the right flank. Despite dominance from the hosts, the organized Australian defense held firm, restricting chances before the break. Post-Interval Improvement Early into the second period, Irankunda went on a impressive dribble, beating Derek Cornelius and driving the ball toward the near post, where Mohamed Toure scuffed his attempt. Substitutions in the second half injected immediate impact, with Irankunda pouncing on a poor clearance and setting up Toure, who shot wide. Soon after, Miller delivered a lovely cross to Yazbek, who flicked toward Circati, but the captain blasted high. In the 70th minute, after a scramble in the defensive area, the Australians cleared the danger. Winning Goal Moments later, Connor Metcalfe sent Toure on the wing, and the forward pulled the ball back into a dangerous area. As a Canadian player hesitated, Irankunda slid in from the blind side to tap in his third goal. Late Drama Despite failing to add a another, the Socceroos were saved by Izzo's last-minute heroics. Emotions boiled over in injury-time, leading to Irankunda getting a booking and being substituted amid a fracas. During a heated conclusion, the Socceroos backline and Izzo held firm to seal the win. Looking Ahead Having already secured a spot for the next global tournament, the Socceroos are intensifying their readiness with friendlies against Canada and the USA, with a game scheduled in Colorado on Wednesday.