The Exit Archive
A final record for the nations eliminated during the contested Round of 32 matches.
South Africa
South Africa 0-1 Canada
Fought valiantly in the tournament's opening Round of 32 fixture but succumbed to Canada's defensive wall.
Japan
Brazil 2-1 Japan
Fell short in a high-octane battle against Brazil, pushing the heavy favorites to the absolute limit.
Germany
Germany 1-1 Paraguay
Penalties: Germany 3 - 4 Paraguay
Knocked out after a dramatic penalty shootout following a 120-minute gridlock in the Round of 32.
Netherlands
Netherlands 1-1 Morocco
Penalties: Netherlands 2 - 3 Morocco
Fell victim to another tense penalty shootout, failing to contain Morocco's clinical spot-kicks.