New Zealand’s fighting spirit and ability to compete against stronger opponents that has been visible in previous two matches, will hinder Belgium’s desperation for a win today, 27 June at the FIFA World Cup match.
Ahead of today’s clash, New Zealand are ranked 83rd spot with 1290.04 points as per FIFA Men’s World Ranking whereas Belgium is ranked as the 9th best national team in the world, holding 1733.93 ranking points.
With a one-point and one-spot difference between New Zealand and Belgium, this match is crucial for both teams and Belgium may not get an easy victory to be in second place. New Zealand’s stake, too, is very high as today’s result will determine if it stays in the ongoing World Cup.
Belgium currently sits on two points after two consecutive draws. Belgium needs a win to take them through to the Round of 32. Another draw would mean that their chance of making it through to the knockouts is dependent on other teams’ results.
Our New Zealand team needs all the points they can get from this victory to progress to the next round which would be one of the greatest football achievements for our country.
Everyone would be on their seat’s edges today afternoon when the countdown begins -and Kiwis are thronging to local bars and cafes to join in the excitement- so make sure you don’t miss the excitement!
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