Vancouver, June 27 -- Belgium produced a commanding display to crush New Zealand 5-1 at BC Place on Saturday IST, sealing top spot in FIFA World Cup Group G on goal difference and booking their place in the Round of 32.
Leandro Trossard opened the scoring in the 28th minute before doubling Belgium's advantage five minutes into the second half. Kevin De Bruyne made it 3-0 in the 66th minute as Belgium dominated proceedings with slick passing and clinical finishing.
New Zealand briefly raised hopes of a consolation when Elijah Just unleashed a stunning long-range strike in the 84th minute after a cleared corner, rewarding the All Whites for a spirited campaign despite their elimination.
Belgium coach then introduced Romelu Lukaku and Nicol...