José Aldo faces Rob Font in a confrontation that could put him one step closer to a title fight

J. Aldo and R. Font face each other in the UFC Las Vegas 44. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

It's legend day. Brazilian MMA icon, José Aldo is ready for his second challenge in the 2021 season. Having a great time in bantamweight (up to 61,2kg.) and with his eye on the dream of winning his second belt with Ultimate gloves, the athlete faces Rob font this Saturday (4), at UFC Las Vegas 44.

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After a great victory over Peter Munhoz, in August, Aldo confirmed his good phase and added the second positive result in a row, something that had not happened since February 2019. In case of a new positive result, the Brazilian gets closer to a new fight for the division title, which represents almost two years ago.

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In addition to the 'People's Champion', Brazil will have another representative at the event. Friend and training partner of Aldo at 'Nova União', Leo Santos It promises great results for the country. After suffering his first defeat with Ultimate gloves, the athlete seeks recovery against the popular Clay guida.

The co-main fight of the show is also promising. Representative of lightweights (up to 70,3kg.), Brad Riddell e Raphael Fiziev they make one of the most anticipated fights of the night. The combatants arrive for the fight with a record of 10 triumphs and one stumble.

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Aldo x Font

Considered by many to be the best featherweight (up to 65,7kg) of all time, José Aldo faces a new challenge in his career. This weekend, the Brazilian will reach the mark of five appearances in the division he has been in since 2019.

So far, the 'People's Champion' has two positive and two negative results and, this weekend, he will be able to break the tie.

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In his last fight, Aldo left a good impression on Brazilian fans. Before Peter Munhoz, a big name and standout for years in the bantamweight division, the man from Manauara had a strategic confrontation and managed to get the better of his compatriot. After 25 minutes, José was declared the winner with a unanimous decision by the judges.

If on one side the fans will see a Brazilian in great form, the same can be said on the other hand. Rob font. Number four in the ranking and owner of sharp boxing, the athlete arrives at the commitment to extend his good phase and ruin Aldo's party.

In his last fight, Rob dispatched cody garbrandt, former group champion. To get through 'No Love', Font taught striking skills and gave his opponent no chance, who was defeated by points.

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There is a lot of anticipation for this weekend's main fight. In the case of two elite bantamweight fighters, the winner could be close to their dream title fight.