Group G · FIFA World Cup 2026
🇧🇪 Belgium at World Cup 2026
Belgium enters the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group G alongside Egypt, Iran, New Zealand. Here is everything you need: the full fixture schedule, group opponents and team background.
Group
Group G
Confederation
UEFA
World Cups
14
Best result
Third place (2018)
Host nation
No
Belgium group-stage fixtures
Belgium plays three group-stage matches in Group G. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
| Match | Date | Time | Fixture | Stage | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Jun 15 | 15:00 ET | 🇧🇪 Belgium vs 🇪🇬 Egypt | Group G | Lumen Field, Seattle |
| 39 | Jun 21 | 15:00 ET | 🇧🇪 Belgium vs 🇮🇷 Iran | Group G | SoFi Stadium, Inglewood |
| 64 | Jun 26 | 23:00 ET | 🇳🇿 New Zealand vs 🇧🇪 Belgium | Group G | BC Place, Vancouver |
Group G opponents
Click any team to see their full fixture list and group context.
Belgium at the 2026 World Cup
Bélgica vivió su "generación dorada" entre 2014 y 2022 con De Bruyne, Hazard y Lukaku, culminando con el tercer lugar en Rusia 2018. En 2026 atraviesa una transición generacional pero mantiene jugadores de alto nivel en las mejores ligas del mundo.
In 2026, Belgium faces Egypt, Iran, New Zealand in the group stage. The top two teams in Group G qualify directly to the Round of 32. Even a third-place finish could be enough if Belgium post strong results — the eight best third-place records across all 12 groups also advance.
How does Belgium qualify from Group G?
In the 2026 World Cup group stage, teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw and 0 for a loss. The maximum from 3 matches is 9 points.
1st or 2nd in Group G
Automatic Round of 32 spot
3rd in Group G with a strong record
Potential Round of 32 spot (if top-8 third)
4th in Group G
Eliminated after group stage
Tiebreakers within the group follow this order: goal difference → goals scored → head-to-head points → head-to-head goal difference → disciplinary record → FIFA draw.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which group is Belgium in at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium is in Group G with Egypt, Iran, New Zealand.
When does Belgium play its first World Cup 2026 match?
Belgium opens the group stage on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 15:00 ET at lumen.
How can Belgium qualify for the knockout stage?
The top two teams in Group G advance automatically to the Round of 32. The eight best third-place finishers across all 12 groups also advance, so Belgium can qualify even without finishing first or second — but that depends on results across all groups.
How many World Cups has Belgium appeared in?
Belgium has appeared in 14 FIFA World Cups. Their best result is Third place (2018).
What is Belgium's best World Cup result?
Belgium's best result is Third place (2018).
Is Belgium a host nation at the 2026 World Cup?
No — Belgium qualified through their continental qualifying campaign.
How many matches does Belgium play in the 2026 World Cup group stage?
Belgium plays exactly three group-stage matches — one against each of their Group G opponents: Egypt, Iran, New Zealand. If they qualify, they play additional knockout-round matches starting with the Round of 32.