Belgium reach World Cup knockouts as New Zealand exit tournament
- A double strike from Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard against New Zealand carried Belgium to top of Group G, ahead of Egypt on goal difference.
- Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 to book their place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup on Friday, eliminating the All Whites from the tournament.
- The result secured the European nation’s first win of the World Cup, as they finished on top of Group G in Vancouver.
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- A double strike from Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard against New Zealand carried Belgium to top of Group G, ahead of Egypt on goal difference.
- Belgium defeated New Zealand 5-1 to book their place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup on Friday, eliminating the All Whites from the tournament.
- The result secured the European nation’s first win of the World Cup, as they finished on top of Group G in Vancouver.
Sources: Euronews, Al Jazeera