Groups, quarter finals and third place play-off per 8 teams (53 Teams | 14 Groups)
At the bottom of this page you can set the number of teams and groups yourself to view the schedule.
How does this tournament format work?
This format combines a group stage with extensive placement finals. The 53 teams first play in 14 groups. Based on their finishing position in the group, they are then divided into final groups in which the definitive final standings are decided.
Teams: 53
Groups: 14
Group-stage matches: 75
Final-stage matches: 78
Total number of matches: 153
This overview shows configurations up to 64 teams. Larger tournaments are supported as well - see our pricing page for details.
Structure of the final rounds
The ranking in the initial group stage determines the rest of the tournament. Eight teams at a time are brought together in a final group. They then play three further matches, with cross-over and placement matches determining each team's final position.
Final rounds with 53 teams
After the group stage, 48 of the 53 teams are divided into 6 final groups of eight. Each complete final group plays twelve matches. An adapted final stage is used for the remaining 5 teams.
The final five teams are divided into one group of three and one group of two. After the group matches, the two group winners play each other for the two highest remaining final positions. The two runners-up play for the next two positions. The third-placed team in the group of three has completed its matches and receives the final position.
Frequently asked questions
How are the teams divided after the group stage?
After the group stage, teams with similar rankings are placed together. This means the highest-ranked teams compete for the highest final positions, while the other teams continue playing for the subsequent positions.
How many matches are played?
With 53 teams in 14 groups, there are 75 group-stage matches. The cross-over, consolation and other placement finals add another 78 matches. A total of 153 matches are played.
What happens to the remaining 5 teams?
The final five teams are divided into one group of three and one group of two. After the group matches, the two group winners play each other for the two highest remaining final positions. The two runners-up play for the next two positions. The third-placed team in the group of three has completed its matches and receives the final position.