New Zealand: New Zealand's WC Education Complete

New Zealand have given a good account of themselves at their first World Cup at this level, but Belgium in MD3 is the toughest test. The All Whites will compete for 90 minutes — their set piece quality gives them a 1-in-20 chance of a moment.

Chris Wood will battle Vertonghen and Faes. If New Zealand can score, the crowd will be behind them — Atlanta is full of neutral fans at this stage.

Belgium: Belgium Secure the Group

Belgium arrive having already qualified as group winners. Martínez may rotate — but he won't rest De Bruyne for a chance at a WC moment in his final tournament. The depth of this squad means even a rotated Belgium wins comfortably.

Doku and Openda against New Zealand's back four should create 6+ chances. Belgium score 3+ in matches where they face WC debutants based on historical data.

Head-to-Head

Belgium lead all-time 2–0. No prior World Cup meeting.

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