New Zealand vs Belgium Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Vancouver
New Zealand vs Belgium is Group G Match 64 at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia. The FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture is scheduled for 26 June 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 PT / 23:00 ET / 03:00 UTC on 27 June / 04:00 BST on 27 June / 05:00 CEST on 27 June / 15:00 NZST on 27 June / 08:00 PKT on 27 June. FIFA lists New Zealand vs Belgium as a Group G fixture at BC Place Vancouver on 27 June 2026 UTC.
This hub covers kickoff time, date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, H2H, and key stats. New Zealand drew 2-2 with Iran and lost 3-1 to Egypt, so Darren Bazeley’s side need a win to stay alive. Belgium drew 1-1 with Egypt and 0-0 with Iran, so Rudi Garcia’s side likely need a win to avoid a third-place calculation. Official starting lineups remain yet to be confirmed.
New Zealand vs Belgium Match Date and Kickoff Time
New Zealand vs Belgium takes place on 26 June 2026. Vancouver local kickoff is 20:00 PT, which is 23:00 ET, 03:00 UTC on 27 June, 05:00 CEST, 15:00 NZST, and 08:00 PKT.
The timing gives Group G a simultaneous late window with Egypt vs Iran. New Zealand need a win after taking one point from two matches. Belgium have drawn twice, so Rudi Garcia needs more penalty-area output from a squad with clear technical depth.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 26 June 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 20:00 PT in Vancouver |
| Viewer Times | 20:00 PT / 23:00 ET / 03:00 UTC on 27 June / 04:00 BST on 27 June / 05:00 CEST on 27 June / 15:00 NZST on 27 June / 08:00 PKT on 27 June |
| Group | Group G – Match 64 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver
BC Place Vancouver stages New Zealand vs Belgium in Vancouver, British Columbia. FIFA Match Centre lists BC Place Vancouver, while FIFA hospitality and FOX listings place the kickoff at 8:00 PM PT. The late start gives both teams a high-pressure Group G finish in Canada.
Egypt and Iran complete Group G, with their match deciding the top while Belgium and New Zealand chase qualification security. The Vancouver setting also matters for fan planning because BC Place sits in a busy downtown event zone. Supporters should confirm tickets, transit, gate timing, and stadium rules through official event channels before travelling.
Predicted Lineups
The New Zealand vs Belgium lineups remain projected until official team sheets arrive. New Zealand are expected in a 4-3-3, with Bell, Stamenic, Singh, Barbarouses, Old, and Wood shaping the main plan. Belgium are projected in a 4-2-3-1, with Onana, Tielemans, Doku, De Bruyne, Trossard, and De Ketelaere carrying the core threat.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 4-3-3 | M. Crocombe; T. Payne; M. Boxall; N. Pijnaker; L. Cacace; J. Bell; M. Stamenic; S. Singh; K. Barbarouses; C. Wood; B. Old |
| Belgium | 4-2-3-1 | T. Courtois; T. Castagne; Z. Debast; A. Theate; M. De Cuyper; A. Onana; Y. Tielemans; J. Doku; K. De Bruyne; L. Trossard; C. De Ketelaere |
These lineups should be treated as matchday projections, not confirmed selections. New Zealand need width and early service into Wood. Belgium need De Bruyne, Doku, and Trossard to turn possession into higher-quality shots.
New Zealand vs Belgium Live Stream Channels
The New Zealand vs Belgium live stream channels section focuses on official rights routes. US viewers should check FOX One and FOX Sports. New Zealand viewers should check TVNZ and Sky Sport allocation, while Belgium viewers should check VRT, RTBF, VRT MAX, and RTBF Auvio close to kickoff.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FOX / FS1 allocation yet to be confirmed | FOX One / FOX Sports app | rights-holder access required |
| New Zealand | TVNZ / Sky Sport allocation yet to be confirmed | TVNZ+ / Sky Sport Now where listed | free and paid routes |
| Belgium | VRT / RTBF allocation yet to be confirmed | VRT MAX / RTBF Auvio where listed | free-to-air |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation yet to be confirmed | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Canada | CTV / TSN / RDS | TSN app / CTV / RDS platforms | rights-holder access required |
| India | match-specific channel allocation yet to be confirmed | ZEE5 where listed | rights-holder access required |
Viewers should recheck broadcaster schedules close to kickoff. Country rows reflect current public rights-holder information where available. If a row says match-specific allocation is yet to be confirmed, the exact channel remains pending until the broadcaster posts its schedule.
New Zealand Preview
New Zealand enter ranked No. 85 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of L-D-W-L-L. They drew 2-2 with Iran and lost 3-1 to Egypt, so this match demands a complete attacking game. New Zealand need cleaner defensive spacing because Belgium can overload both wide lanes.
Darren Bazeley can build the plan around Cacace, Bell, Stamenic, Singh, Old, and Wood. New Zealand’s best route is early service into the box followed by set-piece pressure. The main defensive task is stopping Belgium from creating repeated cutbacks around the penalty area.
New Zealand Current Form and Key Players
Chris Wood is New Zealand’s key route because his aerial-duel strength, penalty-box movement, and set-piece finishing can stress Belgium’s centre-backs. Cacace gives the left side ball-carrying quality, while Singh can connect midfield to the front line. New Zealand need Wood service, compact defending, and set-piece pressure because only a win gives them a clear route.
Belgium Preview
Belgium enter ranked No. 9 in the 11 June FIFA men’s ranking and carry a last-five form line of D-D-W-W-D. They drew 1-1 with Egypt and 0-0 with Iran, so their defence has held up better than their finishing. Belgium need a stronger opening hour because another draw could push them into third-place maths.
Rudi Garcia can build attacks through Onana, Tielemans, De Bruyne, Doku, Trossard, and De Ketelaere. Belgium’s best route is quick wide isolation followed by De Bruyne passes between the lines. The main defensive task is preventing Wood from controlling long balls and restarts.
Belgium Current Form and Key Players
Kevin De Bruyne gives Belgium their main final-third passing, tempo control, and chance creation route if he starts between the lines. Doku can force New Zealand into deeper defending, while Tielemans can control second balls. Belgium need sharper finishing, faster wide attacks, and clean rest defence because another draw leaves them exposed.
Match Prediction
The New Zealand vs Belgium prediction is Belgium 2-1 New Zealand. The probability split is 16 percent New Zealand, 23 percent draw, and 61 percent Belgium. The confidence level is 61 percent because Belgium have the ranking edge and the stronger defensive numbers.
FIFA’s 11 June ranking lists New Zealand 85th and Belgium 9th. New Zealand have scored three goals in Group G, while Belgium have scored once. Belgium have conceded once across two group matches, so their defensive floor is stronger. New Zealand can challenge the pick if Wood gets regular service and Belgium waste early pressure. Belgium deserve the edge because De Bruyne, Doku, Trossard, and Tielemans give them more routes to chances.
Head to Head Record
New Zealand and Belgium have no verified senior World Cup meeting before the 2026 fixture.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Senior Meetings | 0 |
| New Zealand Wins | 0 |
| Draws | 0 |
| Belgium Wins | 0 |
| World Cup Meetings | 0 |
The New Zealand vs Belgium head to head record is limited because available senior data does not show a previous meeting. Current form, ranking, finishing quality, and group pressure carry the analysis. Belgium have more attacking evidence, while New Zealand need a slower, set-piece-heavy match.
Key Stats Comparison
The stats snapshot gives Belgium the ranking, possession, and goals-conceded edge, while New Zealand have produced more group-stage goals. Live-event numbers such as cards, substitutions, final xG, and shots on target remain yet to be confirmed before kickoff. Belgium should control the prediction if they finish early chances.
| Stat | New Zealand | Belgium |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 85 | 9 |
| Opening Results | 2-2 vs Iran, 1-3 vs Egypt | 1-1 vs Egypt, 0-0 vs Iran |
| Recent Form | L-D-W-L-L | D-D-W-W-D |
| Goals per Match | 1.5 | 0.5 |
| Goals Conceded per Match | 2.5 | 0.5 |
| xG per Game | 1.1 | 1.2 |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 50% |
Group G includes Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand. The World Cup 2026 standings will become clearer after New Zealand vs Belgium and Egypt vs Iran finish. Readers following the same group can also use the New Zealand vs Belgium lineups and the New Zealand vs Belgium prediction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does New Zealand vs Belgium kick off?
New Zealand vs Belgium kicks off at 20:00 PT / 23:00 ET / 03:00 UTC on 27 June / 04:00 BST on 27 June / 05:00 CEST on 27 June / 15:00 NZST on 27 June / 08:00 PKT on 27 June. Vancouver local time is 20:00 PT on 26 June.
Where is New Zealand vs Belgium being played?
The match is being played at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver. The venue is commonly known as BC Place.
Are the New Zealand vs Belgium lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs use squad status, tactical roles, injuries, and current team-news research.
What TV channel has New Zealand vs Belgium?
US viewers should check FOX One and FOX Sports. New Zealand viewers should check TVNZ and Sky Sport, while Belgium viewers should check VRT and RTBF close to kickoff.
What is the New Zealand vs Belgium prediction?
The current FWCTimes prediction is Belgium 2-1 New Zealand. Belgium have the stronger ranking and defensive record, while New Zealand need Chris Wood to turn service into shots.
New Zealand vs Belgium gives Group G a final-round match with knockout pressure on both sides. New Zealand need a win to keep their route alive, while Belgium need sharper finishing after two draws. Official lineups and some country-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff.
