Belgium need a win as New Zealand fight for survival in Group G finale

Belgium's World Cup has stuttered into life with successive draws, and the Red Devils head to BC Place in Vancouver on June 26 knowing a victory over New Zealand should comfortably book their passage to the round of 32.

Belgium seeking a spark

Romelu Lukaku's late cameo rescued a point against Egypt, but a ten-man Belgium then ground out a goalless draw with Iran after Nathan Ngoy's red card, which leaves him suspended for this finale. With two points on the board, Kevin De Bruyne's side need to finally turn possession into goals against a team they will be heavily favoured to beat.

New Zealand's last stand

The All Whites sit bottom on a single point following their thrilling draw with Iran and a 3-1 defeat to Egypt. Elijah Just's early brace showed their threat on the break, and Finn Surman's set-piece goal proves they can hurt anyone, but only a win will keep their slim qualification hopes alive.

Prediction: Belgium's superior quality should tell over 90 minutes. Expect a 2-0 win for the Red Devils to send them through and end New Zealand's campaign.