Belgium's clinical World Cup Group G victory over New Zealand saw the Red Devils demolish their opponents 5–1 in a dominant display of attacking football. The visitors controlled proceedings with 54 per cent possession and a commanding 3.64 xG, converting their opportunities with ruthless efficiency; New Zealand managed just 0.24 xG from 46 per cent possession, their goalkeeper facing ten shots on target yet managing only a 50 per cent save rate. Belgium's superiority was stark: they fired 35 shots compared to New Zealand's six, with ten efforts finding the target to the hosts' two. The gulf in class proved insurmountable as Belgium's superior movement and finishing overwhelmed a New Zealand side that offered limited resistance in midfield and defence. This result underscores Belgium's credentials as genuine World Cup contenders, while New Zealand face an uphill battle to progress from the group stage.