Group G standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Belgium | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Egypt | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Iran | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  New Zealand | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
New Zealand
The final group game — New Zealand's qualification hopes may depend on this result.
Belgium
An opening win over New Zealand would be a major statement and strengthen Belgium's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | New Zealand | Belgium |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 93 | 7 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 3 | 14 |
| Best WC Finish | Group stage (2010 — unbeaten) | 3rd place (2018) |
| Manager | Darren Bazeley | Domenico Tedesco |
| How They Qualified | OFC — winners (1 guaranteed spot) | UEFA — Group E winners |
| 2022 World Cup | Did not qualify | Group stage — eliminated |
| Captain | Chris Wood | Kevin De Bruyne |
Prediction
New Zealand 1 — 2 Belgium
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Belgium (ranked 7th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
New Zealand have appeared at 3 World Cups. Belgium have appeared at 14.
New Zealand are ranked 93th in the world. Belgium are ranked 7th.
This match takes place at BC Place, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
BC Place · Vancouver · Capacity: 54,500
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