Lega Pro is the third tier of professional football in Italy. It is officially known as the Serie C and consists of three groups, each containing 20 teams. The league operates on a promotion and relegation system, allowing teams to move up to the higher Serie B or down to the lower Serie D based on their performance. Founded in 2014, Lega Pro replaced the previous Serie C structure. The league plays a crucial role in developing young talent and providing competitive opportunities for clubs outside the top two tiers of Italian football. Each season, teams compete for promotion to enhance their status and financial stability.