Vincent del Guerra Breaks Sofiane Aïssaoui with Late
Nantes, France — September 26, 2025
Vincent del Guerra (8-1) delivered a punishing third-round finish over Sofiane Aïssaoui (7-3) at the PFL Europe Semifinals, scoring a TKO just 24 seconds into Round 3. The middleweight bout, held at Zenith Nantes Metropole, showcased del Guerra’s grit, cardio, and killer instinct as he overwhelmed Aïssaoui in the final frame.
Del Guerra’s Pressure Pays Off Late
The fight opened with measured exchanges, as both fighters tested range and timing. Aïssaoui landed clean counters early, using footwork and angles to frustrate del Guerra’s forward pressure. But as the rounds progressed, del Guerra began to wear down the French striker with body shots, clinch control, and relentless pace.
In Round 3, del Guerra came out like a man possessed. A flurry of hooks and knees backed Aïssaoui into the cage, and a final barrage of unanswered punches forced the referee to step in. The stoppage marked del Guerra’s fifth career finish and his most significant win to date.
“I knew he was fading,” del Guerra said post-fight. “I smelled blood and went for the kill.”
Aïssaoui’s Defense Cracks Under Fire
Sofiane Aïssaoui looked sharp early, landing clean counters and defending takedowns with poise. But del Guerra’s pressure and volume began to break him down. By the third round, Aïssaoui had no answers for the pace, and the stoppage was inevitable.
The loss is Aïssaoui’s third career defeat and a tough setback in his bid for PFL Europe contention.
Del Guerra Eyes Bigger Stage
His ability to push pace and finish late makes him a dangerous matchup for any contender in the division.
Conclusion
Vincent del Guerra’s third-round TKO over Sofiane Aïssaoui wasn’t just a comeback—it was a calculated assault. In a division filled with power punchers and submission threats, del Guerra’s pressure-based style and finishing instinct make him a rising force. As PFL Europe continues to spotlight elite regional talent, del Guerra is proving he belongs in the conversation.
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