Belgium fans react as they march to the stadium ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group G match between New Zealand and Belgium at Vancouver, Canada, June 26, 2026.
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New Zealand plays Belgium in their final World Cup Group G match on Friday (June 26), with both teams hoping to win their matches after less-than-impressive displays.New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley’s team have a solitary point, having drawn 2-2 with Iran before suffering a 3-1 loss to Egypt. Belgium’s star-studded attack, featuring Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Jeremy Doku, has had a sluggish start to the tournament, drawing their first two matches.Follow the latest updates herecornerJune 27, 2026 08:40 9:03 CornerCorner, Belgium. Conceded by Tim Payne.off sideJune 27, 2026 08:36 4:29 OffsideOffside, New Zealand. Chris Wood is caught offside.June 27, 2026 08:35 3:49 MissAttempt missed. Youri Tielemans (Belgium) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by Hans Vanaken.June 27, 2026 08:31 First half StartFirst Half begins.June 27, 2026 07:09 LineupLineups are announced and players are warming up.Belgium: Courtois; De Cuyper, Theate, Mechele, Castagne; Doku, Tielemans, De Bruyne, Vanaken, Trossard; De KetelaereNew Zealand: Max Crocombe; Tim Payne, Finn Surman, Tyler Bindon, Liberato Cacace; Joe Bell, Marko Stamenic; Ryan Thomas, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just; Chris Wood (c). Published - June 27, 2026 08:27 am IST
