League 2 – Group B
2026 Season – Round 26 Recap (of 46)
We’ve reached the halfway mark of the 46-round season, and Group B is delivering one of the tightest promotion battles across all leagues. Just two points separate the top three, while the playoff and relegation fights are equally intense.
🔝 Promotion Race – Only 1 Goes Up
1️⃣ FC Schalke 04 (GER) – 52 pts
Schalke lead the table after 26 rounds with 16 wins and an impressive 72 goals scored. Their attacking strength keeps them on top, but their recent mixed form means the door is still open.
2️⃣ ACF Fiorentina (ITA) – 52 pts
Level on points with Schalke, Fiorentina remain firmly in the hunt. Goal difference currently keeps them second, but momentum could swing the race at any time.
3️⃣ Inter (ITA) – 50 pts
Just two points off the summit, Inter are perfectly positioned to capitalize on any slip from the top two.
4️⃣ Vasco Da Gama (BRA) – 50 pts
Matching Inter on points, Vasco are surging and very much part of the automatic promotion conversation.
With 20 rounds remaining, this four-team race is wide open.
🎯 Playoff Zone (2nd–9th)
Currently occupying playoff positions:
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Fiorentina – 52
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Inter – 50
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Vasco Da Gama – 50
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Hannover 96 – 49
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Atalanta BC – 44
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Atlético Mineiro – 42
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Cagliari Calcio – 42
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Arminia – 41
The playoff cutoff sits at 41 points, but the pressure is mounting from just outside the top nine.
🏆 Special Qualification Spots
10️⃣ Blackburn – 37 pts
Holding the Friendly Cup position for now. A solid mid-season recovery keeps them narrowly ahead of the chasing pack.
11️⃣ Desna (UKR) – 35 pts
Currently qualifying for the King’s Cup, but Busan Ipark and Santa Clara are level on points and ready to overtake.
⚖️ Mid-Table Congestion
From 12th to 18th, teams remain within striking distance of 9th place. A short winning streak could dramatically change the standings. Consistency will define who rises and who fades in the second half.
⬇️ Relegation Zone
23️⃣ Monaco FC – 20 pts
24️⃣ Africa Sports FC – 15 pts
Both clubs are in serious danger. Africa Sports are struggling defensively with a -50 goal difference — the worst in the league. Monaco still have time to mount a survival push, but urgency is critical.
Real Betis (27 pts) are also sliding and cannot afford further poor results.
📊 Key Numbers After Round 26
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20 rounds remaining
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52 points leads the league
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41 points currently secures a playoff spot
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Relegation safety line hovering near 27–30 points
🔥 Second Half Storylines
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Can Schalke hold off Fiorentina and the Italian surge?
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Will Inter or Vasco break through to the top?
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Who survives the mid-table chaos to claim playoff football?
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Can Monaco escape the drop zone?
Group B is perfectly poised for a dramatic run-in. Every match from here on out carries major implications.
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