Thursday, April 2, 2026
Home Sport Aussies net victoryin Shepparton Nations Cup

Aussies net victoryin Shepparton Nations Cup

GOAL... Team Iraq celebrate one of their many goals on their way to finishing runner-up in the tournament. Photo: Supplied

The inaugural Shepparton Nations Cup concluded with an electrifying final that saw Australia edge out Iraq 3-2, drawing over 1000 passionate fans. The two-week football event, organised by Abbas Al-Najar, exceeded expectations, highlighting Shepparton’s vibrant football community. Players from diverse backgrounds competed, with a total of 10 teams representing different nations, competing. As the event concluded, Al-Najar assured fans that the Shepparton Nations Cup would return annually.

GOAL… Team Iraq celebrate one of their many goals on their way to finishing runner-up in the tournament. Photo: Supplied
VICTORY… Team Australia battled hard in a back-and-forth contest with Iraq in the final of the Shepparton Nations Cup, ultimately taking home the crown in a 3-2 thriller in front of a packed crown of over 1000 spectators. Photo: Supplied
BEST OF THE BEST… Team Türkiye goalkeeper, Khan Benice was awarded the player of the tournament for his efforts guarding the net. Photo: Supplied

RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR

Subscribe for exclusive content

We have a curated list of the most noteworthy news from all across the globe. With any subscription plan, you get access to exclusive articles that let you stay ahead of the curve.

Subscribe

Copyright Newspaper Theme, by tagDiv.