The group stage games have now been completed, and there have been some thrillers across the board.

Group A made for an exciting viewing; hosts Mexico expectedly dominated their group, scoring maximum points, scoring six goals, and conceding none.

South Africa emerged as underdogs to overcome South Korea and nab second place during the last round of fixtures. They qualified for their first knockout stages in their history during their stellar comeback campaign.

South Korea was disappointed not to qualify in second place, losing 1-0 to an in-form Bafana. Due to other results later in the tournament, they've been knocked out of the World Cup, which sums up an underwhelming campaign.

Czechia was simply not good enough. Miroslav Koubek's side lacked the desire and quality to keep hold of leads in two games, meaning they finished bottom of the group.

After a thrilling six games, we progress to the knockout, but who exactly stoof out in Group A?

Rangel was fighting for his spot as Mexico's number one during the run-up to the tournament, but managed to do so easily in the end, with the backing of Javier Aguirre.

The Mexico manager's faith in Rangel paid off, as he aided his nation to a three-out-of-three wins, without conceding a goal

The 26-year-old didn't really have to produce any theatrics, but he has been solid in net across all three fixtures and deserves the applause for his efforts.

It's hard to pick a standout player for Czechia's three fixtures, as they've been so underwhelming, but Coufal has shown his experience and tried to progress his side up the pitch consistently.

Coufal has found it hard as he's not really had support or an outlet to pass to from the right side, but he's hardly put a foot wrong.

In likely Coufal's last efforts for his nation, a decent group stage is just enough to hold his head high, despite being let down by his teammates.

An injury left Álvarez unable to play in a large part of the season for Fernerbache, and he lost his place in the midfield to Érik Lira subsequently. But he's found a home as part of the back three.

The Mexico captain has been reliable for Aguirre's side, and despite missing out on a start in the opening game, he's reassured his value to El Trí.

Mexico has been impressive throughout the tournament, and Álvarez has played a key part in that.

South Africa's first entry on this list, and it comes from arguably their best player, defender Mbokazi, has been a rock for Hugo Broos' side.

Playing his football for Chicago Fire, he's become one of Bafana's most valuable players and has proved that in this tournament.

Comfortable on the ball and physically strong, Mbokazi is certain to be on the radar of big clubs this summer transfer window.

Following in the footsteps of his father, 'Tílon Chávez', the 22-year-old has impressed during the first three games.

Scoring in the most recent fixture against Czechia with a slotted finish, he's been electric on the left side for Mexico.

Technically brilliant and full of energy, Chávez has emerged as one of the best young players in the tournament, and like Mbokazi, he'll be attracting interest from big clubs.

Ferynoord's midfielder hasn't been revolutionary for South Korea, but his experience and tenaciousness did help improve the situation.

It wasn't a fantastic tournament for the Taegeuk Warriors, but one thing they can be proud of is their compact midfield, which managed to withstand constant pressure.

Hwang aided his side to their only victory of the tournament, when he recorded a goal and an assist against Czechia in a comeback win.

Again, Lira hasn't been revolutionary for Mexico, but has imposed himself as a key figure in the national team, rivalling Álvarez for his position.

Lira has swept up any loose balls across the defence and has covered a huge amount of distance while maintaining a solid block of five at the back.

He helped Mexico open their goalscoring account by assisting Júlian Quiñones for his goal in the opening game, which set the tone for the rest of the tournament.

After not featuring in the opening fixture against South Africa, Romo was placed back in the starting eleven for the South Korea game and was pivotal in securing all three points.

His goal to separate the two nations qualified Mexico for the knockout rounds. A tidy finish was enough to beat Seung-Gyu Kim, who had spilled the ball on the edge of the box.

Facing pressure from Alvaro Fidalgo and wonderkid Gilberto Mora, Romo has cemented his place in the starting eleven for now and will likely remain so for the round of 32 fixture against Ecuador.

South Africa hasn't been the most prolific team in the tournament, to say the least, having only scored twice in three games, but Maseko has been key in helping qualify for the knockout fixtures.

His constant forward runs and work rate on the right side have been key for a side that isn't the best at going forward.

His hard work was rewarded when he scored early in the final group stage game against South Korea, a goal that qualified his nation.

After an exceptional season in the Saudi Pro League for Al Quadsiah, Quiñones has translated his form to the World Cup.

He's been crucially underrated for Mexico, scoring twice in a dominant three games for El Trí. Aguirre has put his faith in Quiñiones by playing him in all three games.

A tidy finish was enough to open his account for Mexico early on in the South Africa game, and a tap-in during the final group stage game recorded his second.

The 35-year-old Championship striker has shown his experience during the group stage games; he's led the line to a high standard for Mexico throughout.

He scored late in the South Africa opening fixture to open his account, and later scored another in the South Korea game to get his second.

His experience is gonna be vital for Mexico in the knockout fixtures, as their fans expect a decent run in their home tournament.