New Zealand and Belgium go head-to-head for the first time ever, in a crucial World Cup 2026 Group G fixture that’s a virtual knockout. The Red Devils guarantee progress with a win, while the All Whites will need other results to go their way.
Belgium may be overwhelming favorites against the 84th-ranked Kiwis, but they have blown tepid and cold so far, the goalless draw with Iran particularly dispiriting. Even their 1-1 draw against Egypt came courtesy of an own goal, sparked by Romelu Lukaku’s introduction. Yet the Napoli forward and Kevin De Bruyne looked off the pace against Iran and coach Rudi Garcia will need Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard on form to extend Belgium’s 15-match unbeaten streak with a necessary victory.
New Zealand, meanwhile, are bottom. They let a lead slip twice against Iran in a 2-2 draw and then squandered another early advantage against Egypt, eventually falling to a 3-1 defeat. With recent form not on their side – four losses from their six games in 2026 – Darren Bazeley will hope for a stronger defensive display and rely on the likes of Chris Wood and Elijah Just to provide the goals at the other end.
New Zealand need to win to have a third-place route, while hoping Iran fail to beat Egypt if they’re to finish second.
So, read on as we show you exactly how to watch New Zealand vs Belgium for free from anywhere in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch New Zealand vs Belgium for free
New Zealand vs Belgium is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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Use a VPN to watch New Zealand vs Belgium live streams
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How to watch New Zealand vs Belgium in the US
US viewers can watch New Zealand vs Belgium on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish comms).
You can watch every World Cup game on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch New Zealand vs Belgium on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock as well.
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How to watch New Zealand vs Belgium in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream New Zealand vs Belgium for free on BBC iPlayer. Live coverage is also available on the BBC One TV channel.
You require a TV Licence and a valid UK postcode for an account (e.g. SE1 7PB).
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How to watch New Zealand vs Belgium in Australia
New Zealand vs Belgium will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch New Zealand vs Belgium in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free-to-air channel CTV will be broadcasting New Zealand vs Belgium.
You can live stream via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.
CTV will require your TV provider login details, but is also available via pay-TV streaming platform Crave if you want an alternative.
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New Zealand vs Belgium: Match Information
What time does New Zealand vs Belgium start?
New Zealand vs Belgium kicks-off at 4am BST / 1pm AEST on Saturday, June 27. That’s 11pm ET on Friday, June 26 in the US.
What are the squads for New Zealand vs Belgium?
New Zealand
Goalkeepers: Max Crocombe (Millwall), Alex Paulsen (Lechia Gdansk), Michael Woud (Auckland FC)
Defenders: Tim Payne (Wellington Phoenix), Francis de Vries (Auckland FC), Tyler Bindon (Sheffield United), Michael Boxall (Minnesota United FC), Liberato Cacace (Wrexham), Nando Pijnaker (Auckland FC), Finn Surman (Portland Timbers), Callan Elliot (Auckland FC), Tommy Smith (Braintree)
Midfielders: Joe Bell (Viking), Matthew Garbett (Peterborough United), Marko Stamenic (Swansea City), Sarpreet Singh (Wellington Phoenix), Elijah Just (Motherwell), Alex Rufer (Wellington Phoenix), Ben Old (Saint-Etienne), Callum McCowatt (Silkeborg), Ryan Thomas (PEC Zwolle), Lachlan Bayliss (Newcastle Jets)
Forwards: Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest), Kosta Barbarouses (Western Sydney Wanderers), Ben Waine (Port Vale), Jesse Randall (Auckland FC)
Belgium
Goalkeepers: Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid), Senne Lammens (Manchester United), Mike Penders (Racing Strasbourg)
Defenders: Timothy Castagne (Fulham), Zeno Debast (Sporting), Maxim de Cuyper (Brighton), Koni de Winter (AC Milan), Brandon Mechele (Club Brugge), Thomas Meunier (Lille), Nathan Ngoy (Lille), Joaquin Seys (Club Brugge), Arthur Theate (Eintracht Frankfurt)
Midfielders: Kevin de Bruyne (Napoli), Amadou Onana (Aston Villa), Nicolas Raskin (Rangers), Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa), Hans Vanaken (Club Brugge), Axel Witsel (Girona)
Forwards: Charles de Ketelaere (Atalanta), Jeremy Doku (Manchester City), Matias Fernandez-Pardo (Lille), Romelu Lukaku (Napoli), Dodi Lukebakio (Benfica), Diego Moreira (Strasbourg), Alexis Saelemaekers (AC Milan), Leandro Trossard (Arsenal)
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Position |
Team |
GD |
Points |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Egypt |
2 |
4 |
|
2 |
Iran |
0 |
2 |
|
3 |
Belgium |
0 |
2 |
|
4 |
New Zealand |
-2 |
1 |
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