Belgium secure knockout spot with 5-1 win over New Zealand
Belgium delivered a dominant performance to defeat New Zealand 5-1 and advance to the knockout rounds of the World Cup. The victory marked their first win of the tournament and ensured they finished on top of Group G in Vancouver. Key players like Leandro Trossard, Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers all found the net. Egypt finished as group runners-up after a draw with Iran.
Match highlights
- Leandro Trossard scored twice, helping Belgium take control of the match.
- Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers each added a goal for Belgium.
- A late goal by New Zealand’s Elijah Just briefly threatened Belgium’s top spot in the group.
- Romelu Lukaku restored Belgium’s lead at the top with a goal shortly after coming on as a substitute.
- Egypt secured second place in the group following a 1-1 draw with Iran.
