Groups, quarter finals and third place play-off per 8 teams (64 Teams | 21 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 64 teams first play in 21 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: 64
Groups: 21
Group-stage matches: 66
Final-stage matches: 96
Total number of matches: 162
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 final stage is structured so that losing a match does not immediately end a team's tournament. After each match, the team continues to another placement match. After three matches, every team in a complete final group of eight has reached its own final position.
Final rounds with 64 teams
All 64 teams can be divided into complete final groups of eight. Therefore, no separate final format is required for remaining teams.
Frequently asked questions
How are the teams divided after the group stage?
The results from the group stage determine which teams meet in the final stage. The first 64 teams are divided into 8 groups of eight; an adapted final format applies to the remaining 0 teams.
How many matches are played?
The format contains 162 matches in total: 66 matches in the initial group stage and 96 matches in the subsequent final stage.
Does every team play the same number of matches after the group stage?
Yes. Because 64 teams can be divided exactly into 8 final groups of eight, every team plays three matches after the group stage. After these three matches, each team's definitive final position is known.