Everything you need to know as the World Cup - including Team USA - sprints toward the knockout rounds

Key Points:

• South Africa and Canada made history by reaching the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time, while Mexico’s veteran goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa likely played his final match for the national team.
• The USA faces Turkey in a final group stage match with little at stake in terms of progression, but the game is crucial for maintaining national momentum and belief as the US prepares for the knockout rounds.
• In Group E, Curaçao has a chance to advance to the knockouts for the first time if they beat Ivory Coast and Ecuador lose to Germany, while Ecuador must beat Germany to keep their qualification hopes alive.
• Haiti’s spirited performance against Morocco, despite being eliminated, united their nation and highlighted the World Cup’s emotional and cultural significance beyond just winning.
• Christian Pulisic has recovered from a calf injury and is hopeful to play against Turkey, though it remains uncertain if he will be risked in a match with little impact on the tournament standings.