Serie A, the top division of football in Italy, is set to undergo significant changes in the coming years as it prepares for its 119th season in 2026. This article explores what we can expect from Serie A in the year 2026.

One of the most significant changes that will be implemented by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) is the introduction of a new format called "Case del Serie A" (The Case of Serie A). This new format aims to improve the competitiveness and quality of play in the league, while also ensuring that all teams have equal opportunities to compete at the highest level.

Under this new format, each team will be assigned a number between 1 and 20, with the lowest numbered team being considered the "home" team and the higher numbered team being the "away" team. The home team will start each match at their own stadium, while the away team will travel to the home team's stadium for the first leg of the match. In the second leg, the away team will return to their own stadium.

Another key feature of the new format is the introduction of a new competition called "La Liga del Serie A" (The League of Serie A), which will consist of two rounds of matches played over the course of three weeks. The top four teams from the regular season will qualify for this competition, with the winner receiving a place in the Champions League.

In addition to these changes, there will be a new format for promotion and relegation within the Serie A. Under this system, the bottom half of the table will be relegated to the Serie B, while the top half of the table will automatically qualify for the next season's Serie A.

Overall, the new format of Serie A in 2026 looks set to bring about significant changes and improvements to the league. With the aim of making the league more competitive and fairer for all teams, the FIGC has shown a strong commitment to improving the quality of play in Serie A. As fans and players wait for the new season to begin, they can look forward to seeing how the changes will affect the league and the teams that compete in it.