South Africa secured their place in the knockout rounds by defeating South Korea 1–0 in Monterrey. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal in the 63rd minute, capitalising on a cross from Tshepang Moremi.
Canada advanced to the knockout stage after a draw against Switzerland, which meant they would face South Africa in Los Angeles. The co-hosts had hoped to retain home advantage but were eliminated from the group stage.
Bosnia-Herzegovina reached the knockout stage for the first time after defeating Qatar 3–1 in Seattle. The result confirmed their position as one of the best eight third-placed teams, advancing despite finishing third in Group B.