The 48 teams are seeded in 12 pools, split up into 6-pool groups.

Each team from a pool meets the others in a single tie.

The Round of 16 envisions penalties and no extra time, while the rest of the final round matches include 30 minutes extra time and penalties to be played if the draw between teams still holds.

Semifinal losing teams play 3rd-place final with penalties after regular time.

The winning sides play the final with extra time and repeat the match if the draw holds.