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New Zealand v Belgium: World Cup 2026 – live

New Zealand v Belgium: World Cup 2026 – live

Summary

New Zealand and Belgium are playing the final match of Group G in the 2026 World Cup at BC Place in Vancouver. Both teams need a win to qualify for the tournament's knockout stage, while Egypt and Iran are playing to decide the group leader.

Key Facts

  • The match kicks off at 8:00 pm local time in Vancouver.
  • Group G is very close, with only three points separating the top four teams: Egypt (4), Iran (2), Belgium (2), and New Zealand (1).
  • New Zealand has a chance to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time if they win today.
  • Belgium has had two draws so far: 1-1 against Egypt and 0-0 against Iran.
  • Belgium was disappointed by their match against Iran, where a player was sent off with a red card and they failed to score.
  • Egypt and Iran are playing at the same time to decide who will top the group.
  • Winning the group gives an easier draw in the next round.
  • FIFA’s new head-to-head rule has already eliminated some fourth-placed teams from other groups.
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