Serie B is the second tier of professional football in Italy. It operates under the governance of the Italian Football Federation and features clubs that compete for promotion to Serie A, the top division. The league typically consists of 20 teams, with each team playing 38 matches in a season. Promotion to Serie A is awarded to the top teams at the end of the season, while the bottom teams face relegation to Serie C. Serie B has a rich history and has been a platform for many players and clubs to showcase their talent and strive for higher levels of competition.