In the spirit of the World Cup, Ilia Topuria reveals her favorite and confirms she will be following the tournament.

Ilia Topuria is a former featherweight champion. Photo: Reproduction Instagram/UFC Europe

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Ilia Topuria He already has his favorite for the 2026 World Cup. Scheduled for the main event of... UFC White House, next Sunday (14), the Spaniard carries the responsibility of defending the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against Justin gaethje in one of the most anticipated events in Ultimate history. Even so, the champion remains focused on the biggest soccer tournament on the planet.

In a recent Q&A session on Instagram, Topuria commented on the World Cup and revealed his prediction for the champion. According to the Georgian, who lives in Spain, the 2010 champion team will win their second title on American soil.

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"Of course, we have to see Spain win," said the current lightweight champion.

The champion, who maintains a close relationship with major figures in sports such as the Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, is a partner in the MMA event 'WOW FC'. Topuria has also been present at symbolic moments, such as at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, where he presented his belt to Real Madrid fans, reinforcing his connection with football.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil is represented in UFC White House. In the co-principal struggle, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The renowned striker, former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. The pair faces Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes