Nestory Irankunda (born 9 February 2006), or Nestor Irankunda,
is a professional soccer player who plays as a winger for Adelaide
United in the A-League. Born in Tanzania, he has represented
Australia at youth level.
Irankunda played youth football in Adelaide playing
for Adelaide Croatia Raiders at NPL level before moving
to Adelaide United. He started his professional career when he signed a
scholarship contract in September 2021, following his league debut in January
2022, becoming the sixth youngest debutant in A-League history. Additionally,
he scored his first league goal the same year, becoming the second youngest
goalscorer in the competition.
An Australian youth international, Irankunda was called up to
the Australia national team but only made appearances on the bench.
At youth level, he helped lead the Australia U17 squad to
qualification for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup.
THE PROPHILE OF N. IRANKUNDA
Nestory
Last name
Irankunda
Nationality
Australia
Date of birth
9 February 2006
Age
17
Country of birth
Australia
Position
Attacker
Adelaide United's Nestory Irankunda has played in the vast
majority of their A-League Men matches in 2022/2023, making 22 appearances
overall and playing 581 minutes. Every one of his appearances this season have
come as a substitute.
Irankunda last made an appearance in a competition game on
May 20, playing 28 minutes for Adelaide United versus Central Coast Mariners in
a 2-0 loss. In total, the attacker has notched five A-League Men goals this
term, and registered two assists. He has been booked eight times.
Irankunda last scored in the league in the 4-4 draw against
Perth Glory on April 23, netting in the 99th minute. He opened his account for
the campaign against Brisbane Roar on February 4, scoring during a 2-1 victory.
Last season for Adelaide United, Irankunda made 13 A-League
Men appearances and scored three goals.
Teams
Australia Under 17 (01/10/2022 - ongoing)
A-Leagues All Stars (20/05/2022 - ongoing)
Adelaide United FC (23/09/2021 - ongoing)
Australia (23/03/2023 - 06/06/2023)
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