Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 in a Group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday at BC Place in Vancouver.
The result secured Belgium’s advancement as group winners, while eliminating the New Zealand side from knockout contention. Belgium’s attacking depth proved decisive against a resilient but outmatched opponent.
Belgian winger Leandro Trossard scored in the 28th and 50th minutes. Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne added a goal in the 66th minute. Belgian forward Romelu Lukaku struck in the 86th minute, and Belgian midfielder Alexis Saelemaekers netted in the 90+4th minute with an assist from Lukaku. New Zealand forward Elijah Just scored in the 84th minute.
Belgium dominated possession and created numerous chances throughout, building a commanding lead before New Zealand’s late consolation.
Belgium finished the group stage with 5 points and a +3 goal difference, topping Group G ahead of Egypt. New Zealand ended with 1 point and a -5 goal difference after three matches.
Belgium’s next match is against the round of 32 opponent on July 1.