Five-star Belgium through as New Zealand sent packing from World Cup
Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 in their final World Cup group stage match, securing a spot in the last 32. Leandro Trossard scored twice, helping Belgium finish at the top of Group G.
Why it matters
The result determines the progression of teams in a high-profile international tournament, impacting national morale and sports betting markets.
Belgium’s Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring his second against New Zealand in the World Cup Group G game in Vancouver. Photograph: Anne-Marie Sorvin/IMAGN IMAGES/Reuters Belgium’s Leandro Trossard celebrates scoring his second against New Zealand in the World Cup Group G game in Vancouver. Photograph: Anne-Marie Sorvin/IMAGN IMAGES/Reuters World Cup 2026 Five-star Belgium through as New Zealand sent packing from World Cup Reuters Sat 27 Jun 2026 01.10 EDT Last modified on Sat 27 Jun 2026 03.27 EDT Share Prefer the Guardian on Google Leandro Trossard struck twice as Belgium demolished New Zealand 5-1 to clinch top spot in Group G and march into the World Cup’s last 32, while the All Whites’ tournament dreams crumbled.
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