LFA 218 Fight Card Summary: Nascimento Captures Interim
A Historic Night in Spain
On September 27, 2025, the Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA) made its debut in Tenerife, Spain, with LFA 218: Nascimento vs. Makaev. The event, held at the Tenerife Sports Pavilion Santiago Martín, featured ten bouts and showcased the promotion’s global reach. Fans were treated to a mix of technical battles, highlight-reel knockouts, and slick submissions, capped off by an interim lightweight title fight.
Main Event: Jefferson Nascimento Defeats Baysangur Makaev
Brazilian standout Jefferson Nascimento claimed the LFA Interim Lightweight Championship, defeating Baysangur Makaev via unanimous decision (49–46, 48–47, 48–47). Nascimento’s striking volume and cage control proved decisive, as he outworked Makaev over five rounds to secure the belt.
Co-Main Event: Lucas Almeida Submits Walter Cogliandro
In a catchweight bout, Lucas Almeida showcased his grappling prowess, submitting Walter Cogliandro with a rear-naked choke at 3:01 of the first round. Almeida’s quick finish highlighted his ability to capitalize on openings and reinforced his reputation as a dangerous finisher.
Main Card Highlights
- Alvi Dasuyev def. Danila Prikaza – KO/TKO (Flying Kick to Ground Punches), R3 2:56
- Gocha Shainidze def. Magomed Nazurov – Split Decision (29–28, 28–29, 30–27)
- Guilherme Soares def. Robin Roos – Unanimous Decision (29–28, 29–28, 29–28)
- Daniel Holt def. Oscar Mendez – KO/TKO (Spinning Back Kick to Ground Punches), R1 2:49
- Reda Abdellaoui def. Alexandre Carole – KO/TKO (Elbows from Top Position), R2 0:36
Preliminary Card Fireworks
The prelims delivered fast finishes and slick submissions:
- Gheorghe Grozav def. Santhiago Paiva – Submission (Rear Naked Choke), R1 3:33
- Malick Badiane def. Bruno Suzano – KO/TKO (Hammerfists from Mount), R1 1:00
- Ole Hetleflåt def. Joan Rodriguez – Submission (North South Choke), R1 3:13
The Takeaway: LFA Expands Its Global Footprint
LFA 218 was more than just a fight card—it was a statement of intent. By bringing world-class MMA to Spain, the promotion showcased its commitment to developing talent on a global scale. Nascimento’s championship victory, Almeida’s submission, and Dasuyev’s spectacular knockout underscored the depth of talent emerging from LFA’s international roster.
From tactical wars to explosive finishes, LFA 218 proved once again why the promotion remains the launchpad for MMA’s next generation of stars.
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