Romelu Lukaku became Belgium’s top scorer in FIFA World Cup history after scoring in his side’s 5-1 win over New Zealand in their Group G match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 33-year-old scored in the 86th minute to reach six goals at the World Cup, surpassing Marc Wilmots, who scored five goals for Belgium at the tournament, according to OptaJose according to ANI.Lukaku’s goal was a highlight of Belgium’s impressive win, which helped them finish top of Group G.Belgium dominated the game from the start as New Zealand failed to register a single shot in the first half.Leandro Trossard almost won the first penalty after trying to hit Finn Surman on the arm, but the decision was overturned after VAR review.Trossard gave Belgium the lead in the 28th minute with a close range shot after the ball broke inside the box.The Arsenal striker scored again early in the second half with a stunning finish after being saved by Max Crocombe.Kevin De Bruyne then made it 3-0 with a strike from outside the penalty area after Trossard’s run opened up space in the attack.New Zealand reduced the deficit through Elijah Just, but Belgium responded quickly. Lukaku headed home to extend the lead before setting up Alexis Saelemaekers, who scored Belgium’s fifth goal with the final touch of the game.With a flurry of goals, Belgium finished top of Group G and will face the third-place finisher on Wednesday in Seattle. The match was played simultaneously until the end of the other group in Seattle between Egypt and Iran, which ended 1-1.
