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Manchester United legend Patrice Evra is about for a shocking profession shift into blended martial arts and he’s eyeing former rival Luis Suarez as his first opponent.
Evra will make his blended martial arts debut at PFL Europe Paris on the Accor Enviornment on 23 Might.
He has been coaching in fight sports activities since 2016 alongside PFL Champion and shut pal Cédric Doumbé.
Evra stated in an announcement, “You guys ought to know by now, I really like this recreation too! I’ve carried out on the world’s largest phases, gained each main trophy in soccer, however PFL Europe Paris will likely be an extremely particular evening for me.”
“I’ve been coaching alongside one of the best on the planet for years, they usually’ll additionally let you know I’m prepared for this. I’m going to placed on a present on the Accor Enviornment on 23 Might, so come watch the spectacle.”
PFL Chief Govt Officer Pete Murray remarked, “I’m advised he loves this recreation as a lot as us, and we’ll discover out on 23 Might! We’re extremely excited to have the celebrity that’s Patrice Evra battle below the PFL banner, as we’re all about thrilling match-ups and making historical past.”
“I can’t let you know how excited Patrice has been placing this collectively, however I feel you’re going to see it on the Accor Enviornment. Paris, we’re coming to placed on one other historic night of MMA, don’t miss out.”
With coaching for his MMA debut already underway, Evra’s first opponent stays unconfirmed, however the former United star has made it clear who he’d prefer to face – Suarez.
Evra wrote on X, “BREAKING: I’m formally coaching for my first battle with PFL Europe. They’ll choose my opponent…”
“They requested who I wanna face. I stated: Luis Suárez. I’ll pay out of pocket. He may even chunk me.”
BREAKING: I’m formally coaching for my first battle with @PFLEurope. They’ll choose my opponent…
They requested who I wanna face. I stated:
Luis Suárez.I’ll pay out of pocket.
He may even chunk me.— Patrice Evra (@Evra) April 25, 2025
Evra has stirred up an previous rivalry, revisiting the notorious incident from October 2011 when he was racially abused by the Uruguayan striker throughout a fiery Premier League conflict.
Suarez was accused of utilizing “insulting phrases” towards the United star, together with remarks referencing the color of Evra’s pores and skin. Suarez was discovered responsible and the FA slapped him with an eight-game ban after a two-month investigation and a six-day listening to into the incident.
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