🔗 Share this article Irankunda Delivers Triumph for the Socceroos in Heated Exhibition Encounter with the Canadian side Young prodigy Nestory Irankunda found the back of the net for the consecutive game in a row, as goalkeeper Paul Izzo delivered a outstanding display to lead the Australian national team to a narrow 1-0 victory over Canada. Game Overview After a slow first half controlled by the hosts, the Australian side improved with the entry of second-half replacements Jordy Bos, Lewis Miller, and Patrick Yazbek. Ultimately, Irankunda who scored the decider in the second half. Keeper Paul Izzo, starting in place of skipper Maty Ryan, made key saves, including a spectacular intervention to stop Jacob Shaffelburg in the 90th minute, ensuring Australia's seventh-straight victory. NESTOR IRANKUNDA PUTS AUSTRALIA IN FRONT IN CANADA! 🔥🇨🇦 0 - 1 🇦🇺 Key Highlights In the early stages, Tajon Buchanan charged into the penalty area, but defender Alessandro Circati made a well-timed tackle to clear the threat. Shortly later, Irankunda dribbled past two opponents and set up Max Balard, whose shot was blocked. During the first half, the Australians struggled to maintain the ball, with Buchanan causing problems on the wing. Despite pressure from the hosts, the organized Australian defense stood strong, limiting chances before the break. Second Half Improvement Early into the second half, Irankunda went on a impressive dribble, beating Derek Cornelius and firing the ball toward the near post, where Mohamed Toure scuffed his attempt. Changes in the second half injected instant energy, with Irankunda pouncing on a poor clearance and setting up Toure, who shot wide. Later, Miller delivered a lovely ball to Yazbek, who flicked toward Circati, but the captain shot over the bar. During the closing stages, after a pinball situation in the defensive area, the Socceroos cleared the danger. Winning Moment Moments later, Connor Metcalfe released Toure on the right, and the forward pulled the ball back into a dangerous zone. When a opposition player hesitated, Irankunda sneaked in from the blind side to tap in his third goal. Late Action Although failing to score a second goal, the Socceroos were saved by Izzo's late heroics. Emotions flared in stoppage time, leading to Irankunda getting a booking and being substituted amid a scuffle. In a heated conclusion, the Socceroos backline and Izzo stood their ground to secure the result. Next Steps 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 set in Colorado on Wednesday.