The Belgium national team needs a win against New Zealand to advance to the World Cup 2026 knockout stage. Their last result was a 0-0 draw against Iran on June 21, 2026.

What is the context?

The World Cup 2026 group stage is underway and Belgium needs to win their next match to qualify.

The first four matchups of the next round are already set: South Africa – Canada; Netherlands – Morocco; United States – Bosnia and Herzegovina; and Brazil – Japan.

What are the stakes?

Belgium needs to win against New Zealand to advance to the knockout stage.

If they finish second in their group, they will face Australia.

DateOpponentLocation
2026-06-27New ZealandAway

Who are the key players?

Belgium is counting on their coach Rudi Garcia to lead them to victory.

But they will have to do without Z. Debast and J. Doku, who are currently injured.

What is the upcoming schedule?

Belgium will play their next match against New Zealand on June 27, 2026.

If they win, they could face South Korea in the next round.

Recent statistics: - Last result: Belgium 0-0 Iran (2026-06-21) - Recent form (last 5 matches): 3W-2D-0L (DDWWW, most recent first) - Next fixture: vs New Zealand (away, 2026-06-27) - Currently sidelined: Z. Debast, J. Doku