Belgium secured their place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dominant 5-1 victory over New Zealand on Friday, June 26, 2026, at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.
Leandro Trossard scored twice for Belgium, with additional goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku. The win ensured Belgium advanced to the round of 16, where they are set to face Sweden.
New Zealand, who had shown resilience earlier in the tournament, were unable to contain Belgium's attacking prowess. The match was part of the group stage, with Belgium finishing top of their group.
