Where is the New Zealand vs Belgium match being played?

BC Place Stadium, 777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC. The stadium seats 54,500 fans.

What time does New Zealand vs Belgium start?

The match kicks off on June 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM PT (Pacific Time) at BC Place, Vancouver.

How do I get to BC Place by SkyTrain?

Take the Expo Line SkyTrain to Stadium–Chinatown station. BC Place is a 5-minute walk. A Compass Card Day Pass costs $11.95 (Source: translink.ca, valid until June 26, 2026).

Is there free parking near BC Place for World Cup matches?

Free Park & Ride is available at Scott Road, King George, Surrey Central, and Lougheed SkyTrain stations. Park for free and ride the Expo Line to Stadium–Chinatown station.

Where can I watch the match for free in Vancouver?

The free FIFA Fan Festival at Hastings Park (2901 E Hastings St) has giant screens and live entertainment. No ticket required. Top pubs with big screens: Shark Club (180 W Georgia St), The Pint (455 Abbott St), Library Square Public House (300 W Georgia St).

New Zealand 1–5 Belgium — World Cup 2026 Vancouver

Archive use: New Zealand Vs Belgium Jun26

Treat this page as a match archive / recap reference after BC Place’s seven WC games.

For current trips, switch to summer Vancouver guides (neighbourhoods, transit, food).

If you are planning a future stadium event night, reuse transit + pub shortlist habits from our hubs.

Verify any re-used venue hours live — restaurants change.

See After the World Cup for post-tournament itineraries.

🇳🇿

New Zealand

Group G

1 – 5 FT

June 26, 2026

🇧🇪

Belgium

🏟 BC Place Stadium · 777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver BC

54,500

Capacity

$11.95

translink.ca

TransLink Day Pass

8 min

Bike to BC Place

🇳🇿 New Zealand — All Whites fans ready for Belgium

🇧🇪 Belgium — Red Devils supporters in Vancouver

BC Place — Group C finale · New Zealand vs Belgium

June 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM PT

⚡ Match Day Atmosphere

Last Group G game in Vancouver. Belgium's Red Devils have strong global fan following. 8PM PT = late finish — plan transit home.

🗓 Match Day Timeline

-3 hrs🏨

Leave your hotel / accommodation

Build in time for pub pre-game and transit.

-2.5 hrs🍺

Pre-game pub or Fan Festival

Granville St pubs, Yaletown, or Hastings Park Fan Festival.

-1.5 hrs🚇

Head to BC Place

Stadium-Chinatown SkyTrain (Canada Line, Expo Line). Or Mobi bike via Seawall — 8 min, arrives at Gate A.

-1 hr🏟

BC Place gates open

Bag check, security. Bags max 30×30×15 cm (plastic/clear preferred). No alcohol inside except from concessions.

Kickoff⚽

Match starts — 8:00 PM PT

June 26, 2026 at 8:00 PM PT

+2 hrs🎉

Final whistle

Head to Granville St, Yaletown, or Robson St for post-game celebrations.

💡 Fan Tip for This Match

Last match before the Jul 1 TransLink fare increase. Stock up on Compass stored value before July.

🚇 Getting to BC Place

🚇 SkyTrain

Expo Line or Canada Line → Stadium-Chinatown Station. 3 min walk to BC Place Gate B. Day Pass: $11.95 (Jun 26 (before Jul 1 increase)). Source: translink.ca

🚲 Mobi Bike

Seawall route from downtown: ~8 min. Drop off at Mobi station 50m from Gate A. Day pass $9. Fastest option on match day. Source: mobibikes.ca

🚗 Parking

Official BC Place parking is Lot A (north side). On match days: arrive 2+ hrs early. Surrounding lots also available — book via SpotHero or ParkWhiz. Source: bcplace.com

🚕 Rideshare

Uber/Lyft drop-off on Terry Fox Way (east side). Expect 3–5× surge pricing on match day. Book ahead or use SkyTrain/bike instead.

📋 Know Before You Go — BC Place Rules

✅ Allowed

Small bags (30×30×15 cm max)
Clear/plastic bags preferred
1 sealed water bottle (500ml)
Scarves, flags, team jerseys
Banners (no poles)
Camera (no detachable lens >20cm)

❌ Not Allowed

Alcohol from outside
Large bags / backpacks
Selfie sticks / poles
Laser pointers
Noise makers / horns
Outside food in containers

Source: BCPlace.com — general event policy. FIFA may apply additional regulations. Always check official communications.

Independent World Cup 2026 Travel Guide — Verified Against Official Sources

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🔄 Updated July 24, 2026

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Prices and schedules change — always verify on the official link before you travel. Contact

🇧🇪 New Zealand 1–5 Belgium 🇳🇿 · FT

Archive use: New Zealand Vs Belgium Jun26

🗓 Match Day Timeline

🚇 Getting to BC Place

📋 Know Before You Go — BC Place Rules

🌍 Country Travel Guides

Independent World Cup 2026 Travel Guide — Verified Against Official Sources