The knockout stage will kick-off on Friday following the conclusion of all group matches yesterday.
SA secured their spot by finishing second in Group A and entered the draw as the 11th-seeded runner-up. Meanwhile, Japan topped Group B and were seeded 10th among the group winners, setting up an intriguing clash between two ambitious sides.
The tournament has seen strong representation from Africa, with nine teams advancing to the knockout phase.
–SABC–
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