#serie-b

#serie-b

Starting with the hosts, despite suffering play-off heartbreak last season, Cesena have made it abundantly clear that they have their sights firmly set on punching another top-eight finish this time around. Despite currently being sat in pole position after their rampant start to the 2025/26 campaign, it is no secret that the Bianconeri are desperately searching for some essential stability.

Starting with the hosts, losing their Serie A status with a whimper last season, it is no secret that Venezia have their sights fixed on securing an immediate top-flight return this time around. Last seen securing a gritty 2-1 victory away at Mondena, Giovanni Stroppa's men are widely regarded as a standout promotion contender in 2026 and the open Saturday's showdown knowing that they could move within touching distance of top spot.

Last seen mounting a stellar comeback on their travels as they clinched a 2-1 victory away at Goias, the Alagoas-based outfit have rightfully received a string of plaudits this year. Despite only just clinging to their Serie B status last season, CRB open Tuesday's showdown knowing that they can move within touching distance of the promotion spots. Getting October underway with a 1-0 win at home against CRB, Barroca's camp have won three of their previous four Serie B appearances

Avai have failed to notch more than a single strike in eight of their last nine Serie B outings, indicating significant attacking struggles within the squad.

Vila Nova is looking to secure their third consecutive win, having recently ended a poor run with victories against Ferroviaria and Atletico GO, moving within reach of promotion.

The chaos unfolded with Salernitana fans throwing smoke bombs and chairs onto the pitch, leading to the abandonment of the match against Sampdoria.

Cuiaba is aiming for a Serie A return but recently suffered two consecutive defeats. They are eager to leverage their home advantage against Botafogo.

While Avai has shown promise and resilience in their opening matches, Volta Redonda struggles to find their scoring form, raising concerns about their survival in Serie B.

Cremonese are looking to secure a first-leg advantage in the Serie B play-off final against Spezia after a strong home performance in recent matches.