Nestory Irankunda echoes Tim Cahill celebration after World Cup goal
sportsJun 14, 202631187
Nestory Irankunda scored for Australia against Turkey in the 27th minute at BC Place and celebrated by recreating Tim Cahill's signature 'punch' celebration. The Watford winger's strike gave the Socceroos a 1-0 lead at halftime in their World Cup Group D opener. Born a Burundian refugee in Tanzania, the 20-year-old's goal and Cahill tribute connected a new generation to Australia's World Cup legacy and produced a symbolic national moment.