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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.

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