Single elimination tournament for 221 teams
This single elimination bracket for 221 teams shows how the participants progress through knockout rounds to the final.
How does a single elimination tournament work?
The tournament is played as a knockout competition. Winners advance to the next round; for losers, the tournament ends immediately.
Tournament structure
The winners of the matches continue to advance through the bracket until two teams remain for the final.
Single elimination with 221 teams
For 221 teams, this bracket consists of 8 rounds and 221 matches.
This bracket contains 35 byes. As a result, not all 221 teams play in the first round.
The eventual winner is the only team that has not lost a single match.
FAQ
How many matches are played?
For 221 teams, 221 matches are required. Each match eliminates one team until a single winner remains.
How many rounds are needed?
The number of rounds required depends on the number of participating teams. For this bracket, there are 8 rounds.
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