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New Zealand soccer fans march to BC Place prior to a World Cup Group G soccer match against Egypt, in Vancouver, on Sunday, June 21, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Timothy Matwey
By The Canadian Press

Kiwis face Belgium in final group-stage World Cup match at BC Place

Jun 26, 2026 | 2:49 PM

VANCOUVER — Vancouver is hosting its fifth and final World Cup group-stage match tonight, with New Zealand facing Belgium.

Fans of both sides are hoping their tournament hopes remain alive, with a win for Belgium certain to see them advance to the knockout rounds, and New Zealand likely to do so if they win instead.

Things get more complicated with a draw, and while either side could still advance, it would depend on the outcome of other matches.

Tonight’s match kicks off at BC Place Stadium at 8 p.m.

Police are again reminding people to take transit to the match, which is the only Friday-night fixture for Vancouver this tournament.

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BC Place next hosts a round of 32 knockout match involving Switzerland on July 2, before a round of 16 match on July 7.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 26, 2026.

The Canadian Press

by The Canadian Press

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