Belgium secured first place in its World Cup group on goal difference ahead of Egypt after defeating New Zealand 5-1 at BC Place in Vancouver.

Leandro Trossard scored twice, while Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers also found the net. Elijah just scored New Zealand’s lone goal.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with 48 teams taking part.