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Name
Nestory Irankunda
Nationality
Australia
Position
Forward
Current Team
Australia

Nestory Irankunda is a professional soccer player who plays as a winger for EFL Championship club Watford. Born a Burundian refugee in Tanzania, he plays for the Australia national team. Irankunda played youth football for Adelaide Croatia Raiders before moving to Adelaide United in 2021.

Youth Career
  • Adelaide Croatia Raiders:

    • Developed his early football foundations

    • Showed exceptional pace, power, and talent from a young age

Adelaide United (2021–2024)
  • Joined the academy and quickly progressed to the senior team

  • Debuted in the A-League Men as a 15-year-old

  • Became one of the league’s most exciting young talents

  • Known for explosive pace, long-range strikes, and dynamic dribbling

  • His performances earned a high-profile move to Europe

Watford (2024–present)
  • Joined the EFL Championship club as one of Australia’s most promising exports

  • Continued development in one of England’s most competitive leagues

  • Seen as a major long-term prospect for both club and country

International Career
  • Eligibility: Australia, Burundi, Tanzania

  • Chose to represent: Australia

  • Youth Teams: Played for Australia at U16 and U17 levels

  • Senior Team:

    • Called up as a teenager

    • Recognized as one of the most exciting young attackers in the Socceroos setup

Playing Style
  • Primarily a right winger, but comfortable on either flank

  • Key attributes:

    • Explosive acceleration and pace

    • Powerful dribbling

    • Long-range shooting ability

    • Strong physicality for a young player

  • Thrives in 1-v-1 situations and counter-attacking play


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