Former France captain Evra to make mixed martial arts debut

Former France captain Evra to make mixed martial arts debut

PARIS: Former France fullback Patrice Evra is turning to mixed martial arts and will fight his first bout in May in Paris, American promoter the Professional Fighters League (PFL), announced yesterday. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

Captain of the French team for more than ten years, the former Manchester United player will enter the octagon on May 23 against a still unknown opponent.

Former French player Patrice Evra, known for his soccer career as a left-back for Manchester United, is about to embark on a new journey, now as an MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter. The debut of the French idol of the 'Red Devils' in the fighting world was announced last Friday, 25, by the Professional Fighters League (PFL),... The post Former Manchester United star forward turns MMA fighter appeared first on The Antagonist.

The PFL press service announced the first fight of 43-year-old Evra in MMA at the tournament in Paris, which will take place on May 23

Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra signs with PFL, set to debut in May

Former Manchester United superstar Patrice Evra will be making his MMA debut, as he signed with PFL and will debut next month.

The former defender of the French team Patrice Evra will participate in the Paris PFL on 23 May and will play his first pro fight.