Rules & FAQ ⚽
Quick guide for how the 2 Goals 1 Cup World Cup 2026 pool works. PoolTracker handles the picks and scoring, but here are the important things to know.
Entry Fee
- $25 USD per bracket
- 240 SEK for Swedish players
Payouts
- 🥇 1st Place — 55%
- 🥈 2nd Place — 25%
- 🥉 3rd Place — 15%
- 🏅 4th Place — 5%
Group Stage Picks
You do not need to make all of your Group Stage picks right away. You may log in throughout the tournament and make selections as the matches approach.
Important: Each pick must be submitted before kickoff of that match.
Late Picks
Once a match starts, picks are locked. No exceptions.
Please do not email, text, call, bribe, threaten, or beg the commissioner after kickoff because you forgot to make a pick. 😄
Tie Breakers
Each Group Stage page may have its own tie breaker question. The tie breaker applies only to the matches listed on that particular page.
PoolTracker handles the scoring automatically, so just answer the tie breaker question shown on each page.
Stage 2 / Knockout Bracket
Stage 2 is bracket-style. That means all Stage 2 picks, including the Champion, must be submitted before the first Stage 2 match begins.
Once Stage 2 starts, your bracket cannot be changed.
Incomplete Picks Message
PoolTracker may occasionally show picks as “Incomplete” because of postponed, cancelled, or rescheduled matches.
If your picks show as saved, you should be good.
Scoring Format
The pool uses Futbol Extreme Progressive Pick 'Em.
- 1 point for each correct pick in the Group Stage
- 2 points for each correct pick in the 1st round of the Knockout Stage
- 4 points for each correct pick in the 2nd round of the Knockout Stage
- Points continue doubling each successive round
Most Important Rule
Make your picks before kickoff. Everything else tends to work itself out.