Venezia and Frosinone secured automatic promotion to Serie A by finishing first and second in the 2025-26 Serie B table with 82 and 81 points respectively. Venezia clinched the title and direct promotion with a game to spare after a strong run that included key home wins and a solid defensive record. Frosinone confirmed their return with an emphatic final-day victory. The play-offs now determine the third promoted side among Monza, Palermo, Catanzaro, Juve Stabia and others, with semi-final matchups already set following the regular season conclusion. Home advantage, recent form and head-to-head history in knockout stages will shape the remaining outcomes in this promotion race.