Friday, June 26, 2026
Kickoff 11:00 PM ET (8:00 PM PT) at BC Place, Vancouver
New Zealand vs Belgium - Friday, June 26, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 66
Fri, Jun 26
Date
11:00 PM
Kickoff (ET)
Group Stage
Round
G
Group
Where to watch New Zealand vs Belgium
All countries →Official rights-holders by country. Streaming-only services and free-to-air channels are tagged.
- FOX(TV, English, FOX + FS1)
- Telemundo(TV, Spanish, Telemundo + Universo)
- Peacock(stream, Spanish, all 104 matches)
- FOX Sports App(stream, English, FOX live stream)
- BBC(TV, Free-to-air, BBC One/Two)
- BBC iPlayer(stream, Free)
- ITV(TV, Free-to-air, ITV1)
- ITVX(stream, Free)
- SBS(TV, Free-to-air)
- SBS On Demand(stream, Free)
- TF1(TV, Free-to-air)
- beIN Sports(TV, Premium)
- La 1 (RTVE)(TV, Free-to-air)
- RTVE Play(stream, Free)
- TV Pública(TV, Free-to-air)
- DSports(TV, Premium)
- Telefe(TV, Selected matches)
- KBS / MBC / SBS(TV, Pool coverage)
- Coupang Play(stream, Streaming)
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Match-day essentials - BC Place
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or 1-gallon Ziploc. No backpacks.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.
Best way to get there
SkyTrain (recommended)
Stadium-Chinatown station is steps from BC Place. Direct from YVR Airport on the Canada Line ($9.50, 25 min) and from downtown Vancouver.
When to arrive
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BC Place is in downtown Vancouver - everything walking-distance.
Venue
Vancouver, British Columbia - 54,500 capacity - Retractable roof
BC Place in downtown Vancouver has the largest cable-supported retractable roof in the world. The stadium hosted the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics and the 2015 Women's World Cup Final. Located in the heart of one of the world's most liveable cities, it is the most centrally situated WC venue of any host city.
Address
777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6B 4Y8, Canada
About This Match
New Zealand face Belgium in the Group Stage of Group G on Friday, June 26, 2026. New Zealand are ranked #85 in the world and managed by Darren Bazeley; Belgium sit at #9 under Domenico Tedesco. The match kicks off at 20:00 local time at BC Place in Vancouver.
New Zealand
New Zealand make their third World Cup appearance in 2026, with Nottingham Forest's Chris Wood - the All Whites' all-time top scorer - leading the attack in what is likely his final major tournament. The All Whites famously went unbeaten at the 2010 World Cup, drawing all three group games, and that spirit of organised resilience defines the Kiwi football identity. Under coach Darren Bazeley, New Zealand qualified as OFC champions and will relish the challenge of Group G against Belgium, Iran, and Egypt. While advancing from the group would be a stunning achievement, New Zealand will compete hard and could cause an upset given the right circumstances.
Read New Zealand preview →Belgium
Belgium's golden generation has had a complicated relationship with major tournaments - ranked among the world's best for a decade yet failing to win a major title. At World Cup 2026, an aging but still talented squad around Kevin De Bruyne - widely considered one of the greatest midfielders of his generation - makes one final tilt at glory. Coach Domenico Tedesco must manage minutes for veterans while integrating younger talents alongside proven players like Romelu Lukaku. Group G against Iran, Egypt, and New Zealand looks very favourable, and Belgium will be expected to top the group comfortably. Anything less than a semi-final would likely end the golden generation era.
Read Belgium preview →Recent Form
Last results for New Zealand and Belgium in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
New Zealand
LL- Jun 6at England0-1
- Jun 2at Haiti0-4
Belgium
WW- Jun 6vs Tunisia5-0
- Jun 2at Croatia2-0
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Belgium are the market favourite to win Group G.
New Zealand
Belgium
Champion outright: 1.9%
Where to Watch New Zealand vs Belgium
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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New Zealand vs Belgium - FAQ
When is New Zealand vs Belgium in the 2026 World Cup?+
New Zealand vs Belgium is on Friday, June 26, 2026 with kickoff at 20:00 local time at BC Place in Vancouver.
Where is New Zealand vs Belgium being played?+
The match is at BC Place in Vancouver, British Columbia. Capacity 54,500, Retractable roof.
What round is New Zealand vs Belgium?+
It's a Group Stage (Group G) match - match number 66 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to BC Place for New Zealand vs Belgium?+
SkyTrain (recommended): Stadium-Chinatown station is steps from BC Place. Direct from YVR Airport on the Canada Line ($9.50, 25 min) and from downtown Vancouver.
What time should I arrive at BC Place?+
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. BC Place is in downtown Vancouver - everything walking-distance.
What is New Zealand's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
New Zealand is ranked #85 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Darren Bazeley. Their best World Cup result is Group Stage.
What is Belgium's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Belgium is ranked #9 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Domenico Tedesco. Their best World Cup result is 3rd Place.