The United States booked their place in the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina in Santa Clara, although the win was overshadowed by Folarin Balogun's second-half red card.
Despite ending their group stage with defeat to Türkiye and Mauricio Pochettino cutting a frustrated figure afterwards, the USA coach believes his side has made significant progress under his leadership.
Switzerland secured top spot in World Cup Group B with a 2-1 victory over co-hosts Canada on Wednesday, while the hosts still advanced to the knockout rounds for the first time in their history despite the defeat.
Canada's wait for a first FIFA World Cup point finally ended on home soil as Cyle Larin's late strike rescued a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the nations' Group B opener in Toronto.
Sweden and Turkey booked their respective places for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Tuesday night, while Italy suffered a shock defeat on penalties to end their hopes of qualification.
Germany stayed top of Group 3 in League A of the UEFA Nations League on Friday, while second-placed Netherlands were held to a draw in Hungary.