Balard strikes on debut as Socceroos down New Zealand

Max Balard has enjoyed a perfect start to life as a Socceroo, scoring a winning goal two minutes into his Australian debut in a late 1-0 friendly win over New Zealand.
Sep 5, 2025, 05:25 pm - AAP

Match Timeline

Australia
New Zealand
  • KO
  • 32
  • HT
  • 45
  • 63
  • 64
  • 70
  • 74
  • 75
  • 85
  • 87
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Australia 1, New Zealand 0.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Australia 1, New Zealand 0.
90'+3'
Nicolas Milanovic (Australia) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Match Stats
AUSNZL
Possession
45.6%
54.445.6
54.4%
Shots on Goal
3
4
Shot Attempts
6
9
Yellow Cards
0
1
Corner Kicks
2
5
Saves
4
2