Australia Beats Turkey to Level With USA in Group D
Australia topped Turkey 2-1 in the Group D opener, moving level with the United States on points and boosting their World Cup campaign with early momentum. The Australians relied on disciplined defending and swift wing play, while Turkey struggled to contain the pressure.
A first‑half strike set the tone, and a second‑half goal widened the gap. The result puts Turkey under pressure in their remaining group fixtures and gives Australia a one‑point edge.
Upcoming matches will determine the final hierarchy in Group D.
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