Venezia Secure Serie A Return After One-Year Absence, Frosinone on Cusp of Promotion

Key facts

• Venezia drew 2-2 away to Spezia in Week 37 of Serie B.
• The result guarantees Venezia automatic promotion to Serie A with one round remaining.
• Venezia were relegated from Serie A in 2025 and spent only one season in Serie B.
• This is the fourth promotion secured by coach Giovanni Stroppa.
• Frosinone beat Juve Stabia 1-0 away, while Monza lost 3-2 at Mantova.
• Frosinone now lead Monza by three points for the second automatic promotion spot.
• Reggiana are mathematically relegated to Lega Pro.
• Spezia and Pescara are tied on 34 points, three points above the relegation zone.

A Dramatic Afternoon Secures Venezia’s Return

Venezia are back in Serie A after securing promotion with one round to spare, having been relegated in 2025. The Lagunari fumbled a 2-0 lead and drew 2-2 away to troubled Spezia, but that was enough to guarantee their ascension to the top flight just one year after going down. All Serie B Week 37 games were played this afternoon, leaving only one round in the regular season. The top two are automatically promoted to Serie A, along with a third team that will be decided through the play-offs.

Giovanni Stroppa: Four Promotions and Counting

The promotion marks the fourth time coach Giovanni Stroppa has secured promotion to Serie A. Since their most recent bankruptcy in 2015, Venezia have played in Serie A for the 2021-22 and 2024-25 seasons, both times being relegated immediately. Stroppa’s side showed resilience despite surrendering a two-goal lead, but the single point proved sufficient as rivals failed to close the gap.

Frosinone Break Away from Monza in Tight Race

Frosinone and Monza had been neck and neck for the second automatic promotion spot, but today the former won 1-0 away to Juve Stabia, while the latter were defeated 3-2 at Mantova in another thriller. This opened up a three-point gap going into the final round of the regular season. It means Frosinone need only a point next week to be sure of promotion. If they slip, Monza could still snatch the spot, but the advantage is firmly with Frosinone.

Relegation Battle Intensifies at the Bottom

At the foot of the table, Reggiana are mathematically relegated to Lega Pro. Spezia and Pescara are locked together on 34 points, three adrift of Bari. Pescara are in deep trouble after Flavio Rossi’s penalty was saved in their last-gasp 1-0 defeat away to Padova, though it remains unclear why Lorenzo Insigne did not step up instead. Bari and Virtus Entella currently occupy the relegation play-out places, but Empoli and Sudtirol are within reach too, meaning the final round will be decisive for several clubs.

Venezia’s History of Financial Turmoil and Quick Returns

Venezia’s most recent bankruptcy in 2015 forced the club to rebuild from the lower divisions. Their previous stints in Serie A (2021-22 and 2024-25) each lasted only one season, making this promotion a chance to establish longer-term stability. The club’s ability to bounce back immediately underscores its resilience, but also raises questions about whether they can avoid another immediate relegation.

What’s at Stake in the Final Round

With one round left, Frosinone control their destiny for the second automatic spot. Monza must win and hope Frosinone lose to claim direct promotion. The third promotion place will be decided through the play-offs, involving teams placed third through eighth. At the bottom, Spezia and Pescara face a tense finale to avoid joining Reggiana in Lega Pro. Bari and Virtus Entella will fight to escape the play-out places, with Empoli and Sudtirol also in danger.

A Season of High Drama Nears Its Conclusion

The Serie B season has delivered twists until the very end, with Venezia’s promotion confirmed in dramatic fashion and the battle for the second spot still unresolved. The final round promises more excitement as clubs fight for survival and a shot at Serie A glory. For Venezia, the challenge now shifts to preparing for life in the top flight, where they will aim to break the pattern of one-season stays.

The bottom line

• Venezia have secured automatic promotion to Serie A with one round left, one year after relegation.
• Giovanni Stroppa has now achieved four promotions in his coaching career.
• Frosinone lead Monza by three points for the second automatic spot, needing only a point in the final round.
• Reggiana are relegated to Lega Pro, while Spezia and Pescara are tied on 34 points, three above the drop zone.
• The final round will determine the second automatic promotion and the relegation play-out participants.
• Venezia’s recent history shows a pattern of immediate relegation after promotion, raising stakes for their Serie A return.