Belgium Dominates New Zealand 5-1 in Vancouver World Cup Clash

Belgium showcased their attacking prowess, thrashing New Zealand 5-1 in Vancouver to claim first place in Group G on goal difference.

Leandro Trossard opened the scoring in the 28th minute and netted his second goal shortly after halftime, while Kevin De Bruyne extended the lead in the 66th minute to seal a commanding victory. Romelu Lukaku, who had struggled for goals earlier in the tournament, found the back of the net in the 86th minute, and Alexis Saelemaekers added a late strike in stoppage time to complete the rout.

New Zealand managed a consolation through Elijah Just in the 84th minute, but the All Whites were outclassed throughout the match. Belgium’s dominance was evident, as they outshot their opponents 18-0 during a dominant second-half spell, rebounding from lackluster performances in their opening two games against Egypt and Iran.

Jeremy Doku Match Statistics vs New Zealand

Minutes played – 56

Goals – 0

Assists – 0

Expected goals (xG) – 0.08

Expected goals on target (xGOT) – 0.04

Expected assists (xA) – 0.48

xG + xA – 0.56

Accurate passes – 19/25 (76%)

Chances created – 2

Shots on target – 1

Shots off target – 1

Shot accuracy – 1/2 (50%)

Defensive contributions – 0

Touches – 38

Touches in opposition box – 9

Successful dribbles – 2/3 (67%)

Accurate crosses – 1/1 (100%)

Dispossessed – 1

Non-penalty xG – 0.08

Defensive contributions – 0

Tackles – 0

Blocks – 0

Clearances – 0

Interceptions – 0

Recoveries – 1

Dribbled past – 0

Ground duels won – 3/5 (60%)

Aerial duels won – 0/0 (0%)

Was fouled – 1

Fouls committed – 0

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