Single elimination tournament for 138 teams
This single elimination bracket for 138 teams shows how the participants progress through knockout rounds to the final.
How does a single elimination tournament work?
Single elimination is a direct knockout format: winning means advancing to the next round, while losing means elimination.
Tournament structure
The bracket consists of knockout rounds in which teams are eliminated immediately after a loss. With some numbers of teams, there are byes in the first round.
Single elimination with 138 teams
This single elimination bracket for 138 teams includes 138 matches spread over 8 rounds.
Because 138 teams do not form a completely filled knockout bracket, 118 teams receive a bye and do not have to play in the first round.
After the final match, one undefeated team remains: the winner of the tournament.
FAQ
How many matches are played?
For 138 teams, 138 matches are required. Each match eliminates one team until a single winner remains.
How many rounds are needed?
For 138 teams, 8 rounds are needed to determine a winner.
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