🔗 Share this article The teenage star Secures Win for Australia in Heated Friendly Encounter with Canada Promising talent Nestory Irankunda scored for the consecutive match in a row, as shot-stopper Paul Izzo delivered a outstanding display to help the Socceroos to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Canada. Match Summary Following a slow first half dominated by the hosts, the Socceroos improved with the introduction of second-half replacements Jordy Bos, Lewis Miller, and Patrick Yazbek. Ultimately, Irankunda who made the difference in the second half. Keeper Paul Izzo, starting in place of skipper Maty Ryan, produced multiple saves, including a brilliant effort to stop Jacob Shaffelburg in the 90th minute, ensuring Australia's seventh-straight victory. NESTORY IRANKUNDA SCORES AUSTRALIA AHEAD IN CANADA! 🔥🇨🇦 0 - 1 🇦🇺 Notable Actions During the early stages, Tajon Buchanan charged into the box, but captain Alessandro Circati made a perfectly timed tackle to clear the threat. Shortly later, Irankunda dribbled past two defenders and passed to Max Balard, whose shot was deflected. During the first half, the Australians found it difficult to keep possession, with Buchanan causing problems on the right flank. Despite pressure from Canada, the organized Socceroos defense held firm, limiting opportunities before the break. Second Half Shift Two minutes into the second half, Irankunda embarked on a wonderful run, beating Derek Cornelius and driving the ball toward the near post, where Mohamed Toure scuffed his shot. Substitutions in the 57th minute brought instant energy, with Irankunda pouncing on a poor pass and setting up Toure, who fired wide. Later, Miller delivered a precise cross to Yazbek, who backheeled toward Circati, but the skipper blasted over the bar. In the 70th minute, following a pinball situation in the box, the Australians cleared the danger. Decisive Moment Moments later, Connor Metcalfe sent Toure on the right, and the striker pulled the ball back into a promising zone. When a Canadian player hesitated, Irankunda sneaked in from the blind side to tap in his third international strike. Late Action Despite unable to add a another, the Socceroos were saved by Izzo's late saves. Emotions flared in injury-time, resulting in Irankunda receiving a yellow card and taken off amid a fracas. In a heated conclusion, the Socceroos defense and Izzo held firm to secure the result. Looking Ahead With already qualified for the upcoming World Cup, the Australian squad are ramping up their readiness with warm-up matches against Canada and the USA, with a fixture scheduled in Colorado on Wednesday.