Serie B 2025/26: Venezia FC and Frosinone Return to Serie A
Venezia FC claimed the Serie B title with 82 points, ending the season as champions with an extraordinary defensive record. Frosinone (81 pts) were promoted automatically in second. AC Monza, Palermo, Catanzaro and Modena contested the spareggi for the third Serie A spot.
Final Standings (Top 6 + Relegated)
| Pos | Club | Pts | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Venezia FC 🏆 ⇧ UP | 82 | |||
| 2 | Frosinone ⇧ UP | 81 | |||
| 3 | AC Monza PO | 76 | |||
| 4 | Palermo PO | 72 | |||
| 5 | Catanzaro PO | 59 | |||
| 6 | Modena FC PO | 55 | |||
| 18 | Reggiana ↓ | 37 | |||
| 19 | Pescara ↓ | 35 | |||
| 20 | Spezia ↓ | 35 | |||
The Promotion Race
Venezia's title was built on an extraordinary defensive record — just 31 goals conceded in 38 games, with a goal difference of +46. Frosinone's 81-point campaign was equally impressive, conceding just 34 all season. Both clubs earned an automatic return to Serie A.
The spareggi were fiercely contested. AC Monza (76 pts, 3rd) were strong favourites for the third promotion spot, having just been relegated from Serie A the previous season. Palermo, Catanzaro and Modena all pushed hard for the final Serie A place.
Relegation
Reggiana (37 pts), Pescara (35 pts) and Spezia (35 pts) were relegated to Serie C. Spezia, who had been in Serie A relatively recently, continued their slide down Italian football's pyramid.
The Story: Venezia's Title Triumph
Venezia FC's title win is the most elegant story in Italian football this season. The Venetian club — famous for their distinctive black and orange kit and the beauty of their city — won Serie B with 82 points thanks to outstanding defensive organisation and creative, attractive football.
Their 31 goals conceded in the league season is a remarkable defensive achievement. The club's American ownership has transformed the club off the pitch — their collaboration with designer fashion brands has made Venezia one of the most talked-about clubs in the world.
Looking Ahead
Venezia and Frosinone face Serie A. The spareggi winner joins them. Reggiana, Pescara and Spezia enter Serie C.