How will record-breaking Socceroos fare in Europe's top leagues? | ABC NEWS
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Nestory Irankunda and Lucas Herrington have broken Australia’s transfer records after their moves to Portuguese giants Sporting CP and Premier League outfit Hull City respectively. The Australian winger’s transfer was revealed in a Michael Jackson-inspired video, while Lucas Herrington prepares to face Manchester United in his new club’s first match of the season. Former Socceroos captain Craig Foster says Australian football will greatly benefit from these moves, with more Australian players on European powerhouses’ radar. Subscribe: http://ab.co/1svxLVE Read more here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-16/socceroo-nestory-irankunda-signs-for-sporting-cp-portugal/107043186 Note: In most cases, our captions are auto-generated. #ABCNEWS #ABCNEWSAustralia #abcnewschannel
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