Belgium claimed top spot in Group G at the 2026 World Cup with a commanding 5-1 win over New Zealand in Vancouver, taking advantage of Egypt's draw with Iran in the other match.
Leandro Trossard scored twice, while Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Saelemaekers also found the net. Elijah Just scored New Zealand's only goal.
The victory lifted Belgium to five points, level with Egypt, but goal difference sent the Red Devils through as group winners while Egypt advanced as runners-up.
New Zealand exited the tournament with one point, but the experience offered valuable lessons against high-level opponents in the expanded World Cup format.