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Belgium Crushes New Zealand 5-1, Advances in World Cup
27 Jun
Summary
- Leandro Trossard scored two goals, leading Belgium's dominant 5-1 victory.
- Belgium finished atop Group G, advancing to the World Cup round of 32.
- Romelu Lukaku became Belgium's all-time World Cup top scorer.
Belgium delivered a commanding performance on Friday, defeating New Zealand 5-1 to secure the top position in Group G and advance to the World Cup's knockout stage. Leandro Trossard was the standout performer, scoring two crucial goals in the decisive match.
The victory ensured Belgium finished above Egypt on goal difference, with both teams accumulating five points. Belgium will now face a third-placed team in the round of 32, carrying momentum into the next phase.
Kevin De Bruyne also contributed a goal, further solidifying Belgium's dominance. New Zealand managed a consolation goal through Elijah Just late in the game. Romelu Lukaku etched his name in the record books, becoming Belgium's all-time leading scorer at the World Cup with his late header.
This result marked a disappointing end to New Zealand's World Cup campaign, as they struggled to assert themselves against a strong Belgian side and continue to seek their first-ever World Cup victory.
