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Belgium and New Zealand face off in a crucial Group G match. Both sides have little to lose if they want to get out of the group stage.
The Red Devils arrive at their 15th World Cup, a tournament tradition matched by few nations, and check in 10th in the latest FIFA rankings. Kevin De Bruyne is the man to watch in midfield, while Romelu Lukaku and Jeremy Doku give Belgium as much firepower up top as any of the top countries.
That track record didn't translate to results in Qatar four years ago, when Belgium crashed out in the group stage, finishing behind both Morocco and Croatia in a campaign few in Brussels care to remember.
New Zealand, ranked 85th in the world, is making just its third trip to the World Cup, with previous appearances dating back to 1982 and 2010.
Chris Wood remains the face of the program, and he'll lean on Marko Stamenic and Matt Garbett as the All-Whites try to make some noise against one of the tournament's heavyweights.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the New Zealand vs. Belgium World Cup match, including where to watch on TV or live stream, what time the game starts and more.
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New Zealand vs. Belgium channel, live stream
- TV channel: FOX
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New Zealand vs. Belgium will be broadcast on FOX in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.
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What time does New Zealand vs. Belgium kick off?
New Zealand vs. Belgium kicks off Friday, June 26, at 11 p.m. ET at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.
Here's how that time translates across the United States timezones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Friday, June 26 | 11 p.m. |
| Central Time | Friday, June 26 | 10 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Friday, June 26 | 9 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Friday, June 26 | 8 p.m. |
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World Cup schedule today and tomorrow
All times Eastern.
Friday, June 26
- France vs. Norway (3 p.m.)
- Senegal vs. Iraq (3 p.m.)
- Spain vs. Uruguay (8 p.m.)
- Cape Verde vs. Saudi Arabia (8 p.m.)
- New Zealand vs. Belgium (11 p.m.)
- Egypt vs. Iran (11 p.m.)
Saturday, June 27
- Panama vs. England (5 p.m.)
- Croatia vs. Ghana (5 p.m.)
- Colombia vs. Portugal (7:30 p.m.)
- DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan (7:30 p.m.)
- Jordan vs. Argentina (10 p.m.)
- Algeria vs. Austria (10 p.m.)
MORE: Complete World Cup schedule and fixtures
2026 FIFA World Cup FAQs
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 through July 19, 2026. It will be the first World Cup hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup being played?
The 2026 World Cup will be played across 16 host cities in North America, with matches taking place in the United States, Canada and Mexico. It will be the first men’s World Cup hosted by three countries.
The 16 host cities are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Toronto and Vancouver in Canada; and Guadalajara, Mexico City and Monterrey in Mexico.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments. The larger field also means more matches, more knockout-round games and more countries involved than ever before.
The 48 teams are Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Curaçao, Czechia, DR Congo, Ecuador, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Ghana, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Türkiye, United States, Uruguay and Uzbekistan.
How many games are in the 2026 World Cup?
There will be 104 matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That includes the group stage, knockout rounds and the final.
Can I stream the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. Streaming options will depend on the match, language and broadcast partner. In the U.S., Fox Sports lists FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for English-language coverage, while Telemundo will stream every match live on Peacock and the Telemundo App for Spanish-language coverage.
What channel is the 2026 World Cup on?
In the U.S., English-language matches are expected across FOX and FS1, which are available on fubo for those without cable, while Spanish-language coverage will air on Telemundo and Universo, which you can stream on DIRECTV and Peacock. Check the schedule for the specific match you want to watch.
When is the 2026 World Cup final?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, 2026. The match will be played at New York-New Jersey Stadium, FIFA’s tournament name for MetLife Stadium.
What time do World Cup games start?
Kickoff times vary by date, host city and round. Because the tournament is being played across multiple time zones in the United States, Canada and Mexico, fans should check the official match schedule for start times in their local time zone.
Is the United States playing in the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. The United States automatically qualified for the 2026 World Cup as one of the three host nations, along with Canada and Mexico.
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