Paços de Ferreira Relegated as Farense Faces Playoff, Portimonense Survives

Paços de Ferreira were relegated directly to Liga 3 after the final day of the Portuguese second division, while Farense will contest a relegation playoff and Portimonense secured their place in the league. The decisive matches on the last round of Liga Portugal 2 determined the fate of three clubs fighting to avoid the drop. The outcomes also shape the composition of the upcoming Liga Betclic season. Paços de Ferreira's loss means an immediate drop to Liga 3, ending their campaign in the second tier. Their relegation is confirmed without the need for a playoff. Farense's position places them in the relegation playoff, where they will have a chance to retain their spot in Liga Portugal 2. The playoff will be contested against a challenger from Liga 3. Portimonense's victory on the final day ensured they remain in Liga Portugal 2 for the next season. Their survival was secured without the threat of relegation. The final standings now set the stage for promotion battles, with the top clubs aiming to ascend to Liga Betclic. The relegation zone is finalized with Paços de Ferreira descending and Farense awaiting their playoff. The clubs will now focus on preparation for the upcoming season, either to fight for promotion or to regroup after relegation. The league will confirm the playoff fixtures in the coming weeks.