New Zealand 1–5 Belgium — World Cup 2026 BC Place Match Report
🗓 June 27, 2026 · 3:00 AM PT · BC Place Stadium, Vancouver, BC
By FanVancouver · · Verified vs FIFA.com
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Source: FIFA.com match centre · Verified 2026-06-27
Match Report
Belgium's Red Devils delivered a clinical performance at BC Place, defeating New Zealand 1–5 in their Group G finale to secure qualification for the Round of 32. The 54,500-capacity stadium was packed with a mix of Belgian and New Zealand fans for this early morning kickoff (3:00 AM Pacific Time).
Leandro Trossard opened the scoring in the 28th minute, converting a well-worked move from the left flank. The Arsenal forward doubled his tally five minutes into the second half, turning sharply inside the box to place the ball into the far corner. Kevin De Bruyne, making his final World Cup appearance at 34, capped the performance with a trademark long-range strike in the 66th minute — a goal that brought the Belgian contingent to their feet.
New Zealand struggled to create meaningful chances throughout the match, their attacking efforts blunted by Belgium's well-organised backline. Despite a spirited effort in the second half, the All Whites could not find a way through, and are eliminated at the group stage with just one point from three games.
Group G Final Standings
| Team | PL | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 4 |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +3 | 5 |
| 🇮🇷 IR Iran | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |
✓ Egypt and Belgium advance. Iran and New Zealand eliminated. Source: FIFA.com
What's Next at BC Place
The next match at BC Place is the Round of 32 on July 3, 2026 at 3:00 AM PT — Winner of Group B (Switzerland) vs 3rd place team from Groups E/F/G/I/J. Round of 32 fan guide →
Canada, as Group B runners-up with 4 points, will play their Round of 32 match at another venue. Follow FanVancouver news for updates.
Fan Experience — BC Place June 27
With the 3:00 AM kickoff, BC Place drew thousands of dedicated fans who stayed up overnight for the Group G finale. The FIFA Fan Festival at Hastings Park also broadcast the match live on giant screens. Post-match, Belgian supporters flooded Granville Street with red, yellow and black, while New Zealand fans acknowledged a tough tournament exit with their characteristic good humour.