Seeding vs random draw
Toggle 'use input order as seeding' if you have ranked teams (top vs 8th, 4th vs 5th, etc.). Otherwise the draw is randomised so first-round matchups are unpredictable.
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8-team bracket template
Quarter-finals, semis, final. Seven matches, one champion. The most-printed bracket in the world.
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When to use this
Standard for padel meet-ups, weekend football tournaments, esports cups, office hackathon judging rounds, school finals day.
Step by step
- 1
Add 8 teams
Paste a list or type one per line.
- 2
Optional: tick 'seeded'
Use the order you typed as the seeding.
- 3
Print or export
PDF, PNG, or browser print.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can it auto-fill from a team-generator result?
Yes — generate teams first, then click 'Create Tournament Bracket' and the names land in the slots.
Does it support double elimination?
Not yet. Single-elimination is the only format in the free tool right now.
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