In a soccer elimination bracket , a tied game usually does not end as a draw. It typically goes to extra time , and if it is still tied, the winner is decided by a penalty shootout.

What usually happens

  • The teams play the full 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
  • If the score is still level, they play 30 minutes of extra time, split into two 15-minute periods.
  • If it is still tied after extra time, the match goes to penalties.

Important exception

  • In the group stage , a tie can stand as a draw.
  • In a single-elimination round , a winner must be decided, so extra time and penalties are used if needed.

Simple example

If a round-of-16 match ends 1-1 after 90 minutes, the teams play extra time. If nobody scores again, they go to penalties until one team wins.

tldr

A tied soccer game in an elimination bracket usually means extra time first, then penalties if needed.