The Knockout Stage (KO) picksheet will become available early Saturday morning, June 27, so you can begin making your bracket picks before all group stage matches have finished.
Why are there placeholder teams?
At the time the picksheet opens, a few groups may not yet be finalized. To allow everyone to start filling out their brackets, you'll see placeholder teams in any undecided positions.
As the remaining group stage matches conclude, these placeholder teams will be automatically replaced with the actual teams that advance to the Knockout Stage.
What should I do?
You can begin making the majority of your Knockout Stage picks as soon as the picksheet opens.
If you selected a placeholder team, we HIGHLY recommend reviewing your bracket before the deadline to ensure your picks are finalized after the advancing teams have been updated.
We'll also send a reminder email when the picksheet opens, along with information about the placeholder teams and the upcoming deadline.
Important Dates
Picksheet Opens: Saturday morning, June 27
Pick Deadline: Sunday, June 28 at 3:00 PM ET
Commissioners: The Knockout Stage pick deadline is fixed and cannot be edited.
Be sure to submit and review your picks before the deadline, as no changes can be made once picks lock.