The 2026-27 Serie A campaign opened on August 22 with the three promoted sides—Venezia, Frosinone, and Monza—immediately facing stiff tests against established clubs. Pre-season simulations and betting markets consistently flag Monza and Frosinone as the clearest relegation candidates, reflecting limited squad depth and the typical pattern of promoted teams struggling in their return season. Venezia has added striker Akor Adams to bolster attacking output, yet historical precedent suggests at least two newcomers will drop. Lecce’s persistent lack of goals and several mid-table sides such as Parma and Cagliari also sit near the danger zone if early results falter. Managerial shifts, including Ivan Jurić’s arrival at Monza, add further uncertainty as squads adapt to new systems amid a congested fixture list.