De Bruyne opens World Cup account as Belgium top Group
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- Kevin De Bruyne scored his first goal of the 2026 World Cup, described as a 'trademark strike,' against New Zealand.
- Belgium beat New Zealand to finish top of Group G in the 2026 World Cup.
Why it matters: Finishing first in Group G gives Belgium a more favorable seeding in the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds, and De Bruyne's first tournament goal suggests the Belgian talisman is finding form at the right time.
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