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Group Stage

Australia 2 - 0 Turkey

Australia advance

Pre-match Briefing

Match outlook

Turkey has the edge

41% model edge before kickoff.

Expected score: 1-1

Our model has Australia and Turkey evenly matched: Australia 33%, draw 26%, Turkey 41% win probability. Expected goals 1.2-1.4, with a most likely 1-1 scoreline. Model's pick: Turkey.

Game script

The model points to a tighter game where the first goal may reshape everything.

Key battle

Turkey's attacking rhythm against Australia's defensive shape is the matchup to watch.

What to watch

Watch the opening 20 minutes: pressing, tempo, and early shots should tell us who is settling faster.

Stars to watch

Australia

Australia's captainAustralia's lead forwardAustralia's No. 10

Turkey

Turkey's captainTurkey's lead forwardTurkey's No. 10

Lineups are confirmed closer to kickoff; this list highlights notable players fans may be watching.

Who wins?

Make your pick after reading the preview.

Expected goals: 1.21.4Most likely score (AI predicted): 11

Predictions are locked — this match has started.

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