Australia vs Turkey Stats, Match Statistics, xG & Player Data

GROUP D  ·  MATCH 6  ·  STATS

AUSTRALIA

FIFA #27

00:00

ET  ·  14 JUN 2026

BC Place
(Vancouver)

TURKEY

FIFA #22

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The Australia vs Turkey stats page sets up Group D Match 6 at BC Place in Vancouver. Australia enter with a lower possession average, a direct attacking style, and a defensive record that needs careful reading. Turkey bring the higher FIFA ranking, stronger xG average, and more shot volume in tracked public data.

The match kicks off at 9:00 PM local time on 13 June 2026 in Vancouver, which is 00:00 ET on 14 June. The fixture matters because Group D also includes the United States and Paraguay. Turkey can lean on Arda Guler, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Kenan Yildiz, while Australia need Riley McGree, Jackson Irvine, and Mathew Ryan to keep the game controlled.

Australia vs Turkey Stats – Match Statistics Overview

Turkey lead most of the pre-match attacking indicators. They average 2.1 goals per match, 13.2 shots, and 1.48 xG in the tracked source data. Australia average 1.5 goals, 7.3 shots, and 0.85 xG, so they need efficient finishing rather than volume.

Australia have the cleaner goals-conceded average at 0.9, while Turkey concede 1.4. That defensive split keeps the match competitive despite Turkey’s stronger chance numbers. The tactical question is whether Australia can keep Turkey away from central pockets for long enough.

Australia vs Turkey Stats Snapshot

The snapshot uses public pre-match team data before the official World Cup match feed opens. Verified values cover xG, goals, shots, possession averages, clean sheets, fouls, and goals conceded. Live-event data such as corners, tackles, saves, pass maps, and shots on target remains yet to be confirmed.

Attacking Stats Comparison

Turkey have a clear attacking edge in the public team data. Their 13.2 shots per match almost doubles Australia’s 7.3. Their 1.48 xG average also shows a stronger chance-quality profile before kickoff.

Australia can still stay dangerous because their shot conversion sits at 21 percent. That number points to efficient finishing in a smaller sample. Turkey’s 16 percent conversion is lower, but their higher shot count gives them more ways to create pressure.

Defensive Stats Comparison

Australia have the stronger goals-conceded average at 0.9 per match. They also show a 40 percent clean-sheet rate in the tracked source view. Turkey sit at 1.4 conceded and a 30 percent clean-sheet rate, so their defensive record is less clean than their attacking data.

That split gives Australia a practical route into the match. If they defend compactly and force Turkey wide, they can reduce Guler’s influence between the lines. Turkey need Calhanoglu to move the ball early before Australia settle into duels and second balls.

Passing and Possession Analysis

Turkey average 54 percent possession, while Australia average 39 percent. The gap supports the likely match pattern: Turkey should have more settled attacks, and Australia should look for transitions, set pieces, and direct entries. That does not decide the game alone, but it shapes the pressure.

Full public passing data remains limited before the official tournament feed opens. Pass totals, pass accuracy, key passes, through balls, and cross accuracy stay yet to be confirmed. The safest pre-match read uses possession, xG, shot volume, and goals conceded together.

Key Player Statistics

Player event data for this World Cup match is not live yet, so the current view uses verified roles and team-level numbers. McGree gives Australia a midfield link to attack. Guler gives Turkey the most dangerous creative profile because he can receive between Australia’s midfield and back line.

Australia – Riley McGree

Riley McGree is Australia’s key connector before kickoff. Australia may not dominate possession, so his first pass after turnovers matters. If he carries the ball into space, Australia can turn Turkey’s advanced shape into counterattacking chances.

Turkey – Arda Guler

Arda Guler is Turkey’s main creative reference. Turkey’s higher xG and shot volume need a player who can turn possession into final-third chances. If Guler receives on the half-turn, Australia will need immediate pressure around the box.

Expected Goals Analysis

xG gives Turkey a clear pre-match edge at 1.48 per game against Australia’s 0.85. That gap is large enough to affect the outlook because it reflects chance quality, not only shot count. Turkey should create more sustained danger if the game follows the possession averages.

The xG against numbers are almost level, with Australia at 1.32 and Turkey at 1.33. That means defensive chance prevention is not where Turkey separate themselves. Their edge comes from creating more, while Australia’s route depends on limiting volume and finishing efficiently.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Australia vs Turkey stats lean toward Turkey in chance creation, possession, and shot volume.

Australia’s path depends on defensive compactness, set pieces, and efficient finishing from limited attacks.

FWC Times will update the page with official live match data once the FIFA match feed opens.