FIFA World Cup 2026, New Zealand vs Belgium LIVE updates: Do-or-die clash for both teams in Group G
It is a must-win match for Belgium if they need to qualify for the knockouts
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 here Corner, Belgium. Conceded by Tim Payne. Offside, New Zealand.
Chris Wood is caught offside. Attempt missed. Youri Tielemans (Belgium) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right.
Assisted by Hans Vanaken. First Half begins. Lineups 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).
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