Belgium vs Solomon Islands
Belgium vs Solomon Islands preview
Belgium vs Solomon Islands pits Belgium (FIFA #8) against Solomon Islands (#130) in Group K on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Gillette Stadium. Belgium go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Solomon Islands have debut as their World Cup high-water mark.
Gillette Stadium (capacity 65,878) is the open-roof home of the New England Patriots (NFL), New England Revolution (MLS). It sits 36m above sea level in Boston (Foxborough). June/July temperatures in Boston average a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Belgium have appeared at 14 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16). Solomon Islands have appeared at 1 World Cups (last five: Debut). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Belgium vs Solomon Islands — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Belgium | Solomon Islands |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #8 | #130 |
| Confederation | UEFA | OFC |
| WC appearances | 14 | 1 |
| Best WC finish | 3rd place (2018) | Debut |
| Last 5 WCs | Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16 | Debut |
| Captain | Kevin De Bruyne | Micah Lea'alafa |
| Manager | Rudi Garcia | Felipe Vega-Arango |
| Players to watch | Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Jérémy Doku | Micah Lea'alafa, James Naka, Raphael Lea'i |
Get live Belgium vs Solomon Islands data
// Fetch live data for Belgium vs Solomon Islands
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-28',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Belgium vs Solomon Islands at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium vs Solomon Islands is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026, kicking off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC at Gillette Stadium, Boston (Foxborough).
What stage is Belgium vs Solomon Islands?
Belgium vs Solomon Islands is a Group Stage fixture in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Belgium vs Solomon Islands?
Gillette Stadium (capacity 65,878, opened 2002, open roof, natural grass) in Boston (Foxborough) hosts Belgium vs Solomon Islands.
Who is favoured to win Belgium vs Solomon Islands?
Belgium go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #8, with Solomon Islands ranked #130. Belgium's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (2018); Solomon Islands's is Debut. Live odds for Belgium vs Solomon Islands are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Belgium vs Solomon Islands?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Belgium vs Solomon Islands in my timezone?
Belgium vs Solomon Islands kicks off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Belgium vs Solomon Islands stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-28) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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