# Young Star Rising for Australia

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Podcast: [Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sydney-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568669)
Published: 2026-06-08T05:02:45+00:00
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Twenty-year-old Nestory Irankunda is rewriting Australian football history as one of the nation’s most electrifying young talents heading into the World Cup. Rising from humble beginnings in Burundi, he’s become a symbol of Australia’s multicultural identity, alongside fellow African heritage stars like Mohamed Toure. Once idolizing legends like Tim Cahill, Irankunda now dreams of meeting him — while chasing his own legacy on the world’s biggest stage. Already tested by elite clubs like Bayern Munich, he’s laser-focused on proving himself against the best. Coach Tony Popovic, who transformed him from a “lazy player” into a relentless defender and goal threat, now faces a pivotal decision: start him or bring him off the bench against Turkey. Irankunda’s secret weapon? His devastating free kicks — perfected through relentless solo training — and he’s ready to unleash them on the global stage. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3ec9425f6c7db410

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