{"id":260239,"date":"2026-08-29T22:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-29T22:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/29\/socceroo-joins-exclusive-club-after-stunning-double-as-aussie-delivers-serie-a-banger-roo-radar\/"},"modified":"2026-08-29T22:05:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T22:05:00","slug":"socceroo-joins-exclusive-club-after-stunning-double-as-aussie-delivers-serie-a-banger-roo-radar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/29\/socceroo-joins-exclusive-club-after-stunning-double-as-aussie-delivers-serie-a-banger-roo-radar\/","title":{"rendered":"Socceroo joins exclusive club after stunning double as Aussie delivers Serie A \u2018banger\u2019 \u2013 Roo Radar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>A Socceroos star has continued his red-hot start in England with a stunning double, while another Aussie produced a Serie A screamer and a rising gun celebrated a major Bundesliga breakthrough.<\/p>\n<p>Catch up on a huge weekend for Australia\u2019s stars abroad in the latest <i><b>Roo Radar.<\/b><\/i><\/p>\n<div class=\"e5mrwj-0 jpgUYc\"><amp-iframe width=\"16\" height=\"9\" title=\"Minutely\" layout=\"responsive\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-popups allow-same-origin allow-top-navigation\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" referrerpolicy=\"unsafe-url\" src=\"https:\/\/snippet.tldw.me\/amp\/amp-launcher.html?publisher=204500&amp;placement=4280\" class=\"i-amphtml-layout-responsive i-amphtml-layout-size-defined\" i-amphtml-layout=\"responsive\" id=\"i-amp-0\"><i-amphtml-sizer style=\"display:block;padding-top:56.25%\"\/><amp-img layout=\"fill\" src=\"https:\/\/content.foxsports.com.au\/fs\/electrode\/poster-fallback.png\" placeholder=\"true\" i-amphtml-ssr=\"\" data-hero=\"\" class=\"i-amphtml-layout-fill i-amphtml-layout-size-defined\" i-amphtml-layout=\"fill\"><\/amp-img><\/amp-iframe><\/div>\n<p><b>Watch the biggest Aussie sports &amp; the best from overseas LIVE on Kayo Sports | New to Kayo? <a href=\"https:\/\/kayosports.com.au\/en-AU\/welcome?extcamp=fsaeditoriallinkgeneric-edt-fsp-lnk-awr-grc-grc-kyo&amp;channel=fsa&amp;campaign=fsacontra\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join now and get your first month for just $1.<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>TOURE\u2019S STUNNING DOUBLE AS SOCCEROO JOINS EXCLUSIVE CLUB<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Mohamed Toure has continued his blistering start to the season, scoring a quick-fire brace to fire Norwich City to their first EFL Championship victory of the campaign while joining an exclusive group in the process.<\/p>\n<p>The Socceroos forward struck twice inside the opening 21 minutes as Norwich cruised to a dominant 4-1 victory over Burnley at Carrow Road on Sunday (AEST).<\/p>\n<p>It was another statement performance from the 22-year-old, who has been linked with several clubs during the transfer window, including Mohamed Salah\u2019s Trabzonspor in Turkiye and Nestory Irankunda\u2019s Sporting CP in Portugal.<\/p>\n<p>Toure returned to the starting side after being rested for Norwich\u2019s midweek EFL Cup clash with Cardiff City and wasted little time making his presence felt.<\/p>\n<p>His double took him to 10th and 11th goals from just 14 Championship appearances for Norwich since making his debut in February.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"sc-11i7hbm-0 eUyOEq\"><amp-img alt=\"Mohamed Toure joined exclusive Championship company after scoring twice inside 21 minutes for Norwich City.\" src=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/8eed34e6d4d5d68590110a98166b79f0\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/8eed34e6d4d5d68590110a98166b79f0?width=320 320w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/8eed34e6d4d5d68590110a98166b79f0?width=640 640w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/8eed34e6d4d5d68590110a98166b79f0?width=768 768w\" layout=\"responsive\" attribution=\"test\" class=\"i-amphtml-layout-responsive i-amphtml-layout-size-defined\" i-amphtml-layout=\"responsive\"><i-amphtml-sizer style=\"display:block;padding-top:56.25%\"\/><\/amp-img><figcaption class=\"sc-11i7hbm-1 gSnntl\"><span>Mohamed Toure joined exclusive Championship company after scoring twice inside 21 minutes for Norwich City.<\/span><span>Source: Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Only Ivan Toney, who reached double figures in 10 appearances, along with Jason Roberts, Diomansy Kamara, Marek Saganowski and Ross Stewart, who all did so in 13, have reached 10 Championship goals in fewer games.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s good we could rest him against Cardiff,\u201d Norwich boss Philipp Clemente told reporters post-game.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe need this rotation. We have seven games in 22 days, with training in between and not many off days in between. It\u2019s not possible so we will need all the squad for that.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s not only about Mo, Andre (Brooks) or one player. It\u2019s about everybody and every three days that every minute of the game we can go full power. That\u2019s very important.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Toure has now scored three goals in four appearances across all competitions this season, having also registered a goal and an assist in the EFL Cup.<\/p>\n<p><b><i>READ MORE<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>PL WRAP: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com.au\/football\/epl-2026-fourth-officials-board-malfunctions-and-costs-liverpool-a-goal-in-draw-with-nottingham-forest-tottenham-lose-to-newcastle-at-home-hull-defeat-coventry-in-perfect-start-to-premier-league-return-results-video-highlights\/news-story\/4221958e5e0cd07746492af1d499eac8\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aussie teen in dreamland, Reds\u2019 fury at official\u2019s blunder as $600m Spurs hit 52-year low<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><i>\ufeff\u2018PLAYED LIKE SHIT\u2019: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com.au\/football\/premier-league\/teams\/manchester-city\/english-premier-league-2006-rayan-cherki-scores-two-goals-in-41-win-over-crystal-palace-frenchman-gives-modest-interview-erling-haaland-brace-video-highlights\/news-story\/ad9b0191fd01705d05c259b84e55a44e\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Star\u2019s shock admission that floored Haaland after sparking City rout<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>TRANSFER <i>WHISPERS: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com.au\/football\/transfers\/football-2026-transfer-whispers-perth-glory-captain-adam-taggart-shockingly-axed-moving-to-harry-kewell-managed-hanoi-mikel-arteta-reacts-to-likely-loss-of-gabriel-martinelli-latest-news\/news-story\/f773554a97e746de28125f02bc445db4\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ex-Socceroo links up with Kewell after shock axing; Arteta reacts as stars near exit<\/a><\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>VOLPATO\u2019S \u2018BANGER\u2019 OPENS ACCOUNT BEFORE CLASSY WORLD CUP TRIBUTE<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Cristian Volpato has opened his Serie A account for the season in stunning fashion, finding the back of the net as Sassuolo claimed a 2-1 victory over Torino.<\/p>\n<p>The Socceroos midfielder produced a brilliant strike to break the deadlock and register his first goal of the 2026\/27 Serie A campaign.<\/p>\n<p>It was an emphatic way for Volpato to get off the mark, with the Australian making his impact felt as Sassuolo secured all three points.<\/p>\n<p>But while the quality of the finish provided one of the highlights of the contest, it was what followed that made the moment even more meaningful.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"sc-11i7hbm-0 eUyOEq\"><amp-img alt=\"Cristian Volpato followed his Serie A \u201cbanger\u201d with a touching tribute to injured Sassuolo teammate Ismael Kone.\" src=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/5665fc22ff8edf6b1a953c9c1336f845\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/5665fc22ff8edf6b1a953c9c1336f845?width=320 320w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/5665fc22ff8edf6b1a953c9c1336f845?width=640 640w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/5665fc22ff8edf6b1a953c9c1336f845?width=768 768w\" layout=\"responsive\" attribution=\"test\" class=\"i-amphtml-layout-responsive i-amphtml-layout-size-defined\" i-amphtml-layout=\"responsive\"><i-amphtml-sizer style=\"display:block;padding-top:56.25%\"\/><\/amp-img><figcaption class=\"sc-11i7hbm-1 gSnntl\"><span>Cristian Volpato followed his Serie A \u201cbanger\u201d with a touching tribute to injured Sassuolo teammate Ismael Kone.<\/span><span>Source: Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Volpato used his celebration to pay tribute to injured Sassuolo teammate Ismael Kone, who suffered a broken leg at the World Cup.<\/p>\n<p>The touching gesture added another layer to a memorable moment for the Socceroo, combining a stunning opening goal with a classy show of support for his sidelined teammate.<\/p>\n<p>Volpato will now hope the strike can provide the platform for a strong campaign in Italy, having opened his scoring account in style while helping Sassuolo secure a 2-1 victory.<\/p>\n<p><b>OKON-ENGSTLER CAPS RAPID RISE WITH BUNDESLIGA DEBUT<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Paul Okon-Engstler has taken another major step in his rapid rise, making his Bundesliga debut from the starting XI in K\u00f6ln\u2019s opening game of the league season.<\/p>\n<p>The 20-year-old Socceroo was handed an immediate opportunity in Germany\u2019s top flight, starting and playing 65 minutes as K\u00f6ln claimed a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim.<\/p>\n<p>It marks another significant milestone for the young Australian, whose career has accelerated dramatically over the past 12 months.<\/p>\n<p>Just a year ago, Okon-Engstler was preparing for his first senior professional season in the A-League.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"sc-11i7hbm-0 eUyOEq\"><amp-img alt=\"Paul Okon-Engstler made his Bundesliga debut from the starting XI as K\u00f6ln secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim.\" src=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/30eadab66f96232966b712f2236ad121\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/30eadab66f96232966b712f2236ad121?width=320 320w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/30eadab66f96232966b712f2236ad121?width=640 640w, https:\/\/content.api.news\/v3\/images\/bin\/30eadab66f96232966b712f2236ad121?width=768 768w\" layout=\"responsive\" attribution=\"test\" class=\"i-amphtml-layout-responsive i-amphtml-layout-size-defined\" i-amphtml-layout=\"responsive\"><i-amphtml-sizer style=\"display:block;padding-top:56.25%\"\/><\/amp-img><figcaption class=\"sc-11i7hbm-1 gSnntl\"><span>Paul Okon-Engstler made his Bundesliga debut from the starting XI as K\u00f6ln secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim.<\/span><span>Source: AP<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now, the midfielder has gone from establishing himself at senior level in Australia to earning a move to Germany and being trusted from the opening whistle of a Bundesliga fixture.<\/p>\n<p>His inclusion in the starting XI provided an early indication of the faith K\u00f6ln have in the Australian youngster, with Okon-Engstler helping his new side begin its league campaign with all three points.<\/p>\n<p>After making his Socceroos breakthrough and securing his move to Germany, a Bundesliga start represents the latest milestone in what has been a rapid ascent for the 20-year-old.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxsports.com.au\/football\/socceroos-news-mohamed-toure-norwich-city-mohamed-toure-goals-cristian-volpato-sassuolo-paul-okonengstler-koln-australians-abroad-aussies-in-europe-efl-championship-serie-a-bundesliga-roo-radar\/news-story\/0e6f56d15d0c70a856e0be04e44ae86c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A 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