Belgium’s Leandro Trossard Adds to Successful Year with 2 Goals in World Cup Win over New Zealand
Leandro Trossard scored two goals in Belgium's 5-1 World Cup victory over New Zealand, marking a career high point following a successful season with Arsenal. The win helped Belgium advance to the knockout stage after a difficult start to the tournament.
Why it matters
Trossard's performance highlights the intersection of club-level success and international tournament form for elite athletes.
Leandro Trossard went from a World Cup substitute four years ago to a starter in this tournament — and his two goals against New Zealand on Friday night helped cement his legacy as one of Belgium’s best players of this era.
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