FIFA World Cup 26™: What to look out for in New Zealand v Belgium 🇳🇿🇧🇪 | OneFootball

BC Place plays host to a fascinating FIFA World Cup 26™ showdown on Friday as New Zealand take on Belgium.

Here is everything you need to look out for in the Group G encounter.

Who is playing today? 👀

Everything remains up for grabs in Group G as New Zealand and Belgium meet in a decisive final-round FIFA World Cup 26™ fixture.

Belgium head into the match on two points after drawing 1-1 with Egypt and then being held to a goalless draw by IR Iran. Rudi Garcia's side remain unbeaten but know they need a strong performance to avoid an early exit from a tournament they entered with high expectations.

New Zealand picked up an encouraging point in a thrilling 2-2 draw with IR Iran in their opening match before falling to a 3-1 defeat against Egypt. Darren Bazeley's side still have a chance of progressing but know they will likely require victory against Belgium to keep their knockout-stage hopes alive.

Players to watch 🔥

For New Zealand, Chris Wood remains the focal point of the attack. The experienced striker endured an injury-hit club season but still received a Creativity Score of 6.7 in the FIFA Power Rankings - powered by Aramco during the draw with IR Iran..

Alongside him, Elijah Just continues to be one of New Zealand's most influential performers. Just claimed an Attacking Score of 8.9 against IR Iran.

For Belgium, much of the spotlight will fall on Jérémy Doku. The explosive winger possesses the pace and dribbling ability to unsettle any defence and has received a Creativity Score of 6.9 against Egypt.

Kevin De Bruyne is another big name who will be hoping to leave his mark on the tournament with a fine performance here. The Napoli man received an Attacking Score of 5.0 against Egypt.

Must-watch video 🎥

Zlatan gave his thoughts on that performance against IR Iran.

Fun facts 📊

Our prediction 🔮

New Zealand 1-2 Belgium