Afghan MMA Fighter Waheedullah Nezhand to Face Argentine Opponent at FNC 30

Afghan mixed martial artist Waheedullah Nezhand is scheduled to face Argentine fighter Laureano Staropoli in a welterweight bout on May 9. The matchup will headline the 30th edition of the Final Fight Championship at the Krešimir Ćosić Sports Hall in Zadar, Croatia.

Nezhand enters the contest with a professional record of 10 wins and two losses. He will face a more experienced opponent in Staropoli, who holds a record of 13 wins and seven defeats across 20 career bouts. The fight will take place in the 77-kilogram welterweight division.

Nezhand’s appearance at the upcoming event follows his recent transition to the promotion. After competing in the Oktagon circuit, he officially signed with the organization in late January. His recent performances in the welterweight category earned him recognition as the division’s fighter of the year. The upcoming bout marks his next step in the European promotion.

Staropoli brings a seasoned background to the matchup, having competed extensively on the international circuit. The event in Zadar will feature a full card of mixed martial arts contests, with the Nezhand-Staropoli bout serving as a key attraction for regional and international audiences.

Organizers have confirmed that all logistical arrangements for the May 9 event are in place. Fans and sports analysts will be watching closely as Nezhand seeks to extend his winning momentum against a veteran Argentine opponent.