Group Stage · Group G

New Zealand vs Belgium

Saturday, June 27, 2026 · 03:00 UTC · BC Place, Vancouver

NZL

New Zealand

All Whites
FIFA Ranking#93
CoachDarren Bazeley
Key PlayerChris Wood
WC Appearances3
Best FinishGroup Stage (2010)
ExpectationsUnderdog

The All Whites are OFC's sole representatives. They went unbeaten in 2010 with three draws — can they pull off another surprise against Belgium and Iran?

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BEL

Belgium

Red Devils
FIFA Ranking#6
CoachDomenico Tedesco
Key PlayerJeremy Doku
WC Appearances14
Best FinishSemi-Finals (2018)
ExpectationsDark Horse

Belgium's golden generation era is fading but new talent is emerging. The Red Devils remain tactically astute and dangerous on the counter-attack.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

New ZealandFIFA RankingBelgium
#93 - #6
New ZealandWC AppearancesBelgium
3 - 14

Group G Context

Can Mo Salah finally shine at a World Cup? Belgium's post-golden-generation must prove they still belong.

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Venue

BC Place

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada · Capacity: 54,500

Vancouver's iconic domed stadium features the world's largest cable-supported retractable roof. Stunning mountain and city views from the open roof.

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Fan Guide: Vancouver

Top Spots

The Lamplighter · Pub

Whitecaps supporters bar, live music venue

Yaletown Brewing Company · Brewery

Local craft beer near the stadium

The Alibi Room · Pub

50+ local craft beers on tap

Tojo's · Restaurant

Legendary sushi, invented the BC Roll

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Other Group G Matches

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