New Zealand vs Belgium Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest World Cup Odds for Friday, June 26th
The stage is set for a high-stakes FIFA World Cup clash as New Zealand face Belgium on Friday night, June 26th in Canada. Can Belgium steal Group G back after a slow start to the World Cup? Let's take a look at this New Zealand vs. Belgium prediction and best bet for Friday night.
OC Staff - June 26, 2026, 7:30 PM EDT
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The stage is set for a high-stakes FIFA World Cup clash as New Zealand face Belgium on Friday, June 26th at 11 PM ET. Sitting bottom of the group, the hosts must win to keep their tournament alive, while their third-placed visitors need three points to guarantee progress to the knockout rounds.
New Zealand vs Belgium Form
The hosts enter this fixture on the back of a disappointing 3-1 defeat against Egypt, which followed a 2-2 draw with Iran. With just one victory in their last six matches across all competitions, defensive frailty remains a major concern for the home side. The visitors have also underwhelmed in the group stage, drawing 1-1 with Egypt and 0-0 against Iran. However, they remain unbeaten in their last six matches, a run that includes dominant pre-tournament friendly wins over Tunisia and Croatia.
New Zealand vs Belgium Head to Head
History offers no guidance for this encounter. The only previous scheduled meeting between these two nations was an international friendly in October 2020, which was ultimately cancelled. This crucial World Cup clash therefore represents their first-ever meeting on the pitch.
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New Zealand vs. Belgium Odds
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New Zealand vs. Belgium Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026
- Time: 11:00 PM ET
- Where: BC Place, Vancouver, Canada
- How to Watch: FOX, Universo, FOX One
New Zealand vs. Belgium Betting Trends
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New Zealand vs Belgium Probable Lineups
New Zealand (4-2-3-1): Crocombe; Payne, Boxall, Surman, Cacace; Stamenic, Bell; McCowatt, Singh, Just; Wood
Belgium (4-2-3-1): Courtois; Meunier, De Winter, Mechele, De Cuyper; Tielemans, Raskin; Saelemaekers, De Bruyne, Trossard; Lukaku
New Zealand vs Belgium Team News
The hosts boast a fully fit squad, having reported no fresh injury concerns following their physical encounter with Egypt. In contrast, the visitors face several selection issues. Nathan Ngoy is suspended after receiving a red card in their last match, while Zeno Debast remains a major doubt. Additionally, Jeremy Doku is available but may not start after traveling home for the birth of his child.
New Zealand vs Belgium Match Facts
Prediction: New Zealand 1-2 Belgium
A 2-1 victory for the visitors is the predicted outcome. The away side's technical superiority is evident in their statistics, averaging an impressive 62.08% possession and 19 shots per game. While the hosts' aerial strength (15.5 duels won per game) and the physical presence of Wood will pose a constant threat, the visitors' creative quality, spearheaded by De Bruyne, should eventually dismantle a home defence that has already conceded five goals in just two matches.
Best Bet: Both Teams to Score - Yes (-118) Check out the best odds on BetMGM Sportsbook
With the hosts forced to play expansively to secure a must-win result and the visitors boasting elite attacking options alongside a makeshift defence, goals at both ends look highly likely. Backing Both Teams to Score is the standout selection for this fixture.
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