Levante, Elche Secure Segunda Promotion; Four Teams Enter Playoffs

The Spanish Segunda Division has completed a rigorous 42-match regular season, with Levante and Elche securing automatic promotion to La Liga, while Real Oviedo, CD Mirandes, Racing de Santander, and UD Almeria advance to the high-stakes promotion playoffs. These playoffs, commencing in early June, will determine the final team to join the top flight for the 2025-26 season, with a format that includes two-legged ties and a higher-ranked team advantage in case of draws after extra time. Granada narrowly missed the playoffs, and four teams—FC Cartagena, Racing de Ferrol, CD Tenerife, and CD Eldense—have been relegated to the third tier. Meanwhile, the lower divisions saw several clubs promoted through their respective playoff systems, with strong performances from teams such as Real Avilés Industrial and Cacereño marking their return to professional football. The Segunda Division’s continuous, demanding schedule without international breaks highlights the league's intense competitive environment, forcing teams to compete even when key players are absent due to international duty. This relentless format, governed by strict RFEF regulations, underscores the league's reputation as one of the most unpredictable and thrilling football competitions globally.