Round robin
In a round robin every team plays every other team once. It produces the most accurate ranking of any format because no result depends on the luck of a draw — at the cost of many rounds.
How it works
With N teams, each team plays N−1 matches.
Ranking is by wins, then head-to-head, then points difference.
Practical up to about 8 teams (7 rounds); beyond that, split into groups.
Fixtures are arranged so every team plays in every round.
Why choose it
- The fairest possible ranking — everyone meets everyone.
- No elimination and no pairing luck.
- Ideal for leagues and small championships.
Best for
Small fields (4–8 teams), club leagues, or as the group stage of a bigger event.
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