US EditionIlia Topuria Turns On Lionel Messi as Past Comments Resurface Amid Cristiano Ronaldo’s MMA Move
Cristiano Ronaldo invests in Spain's MMA promotion WOW FC, joining UFC Lightweight Champion Ilia Topuria as a shareholder in a growing regional sport.
- On November 27, 2025, Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Nassr forward, announced he will become a shareholder in Madrid-based WOW FC ahead of WOW 24: Vitoria at Buesa Arena.
- WOW FC, based in Madrid and partially owned by UFC star Ilia Topuria, grew from just two events to a major proving ground for Spanish and European fighters.
- Ilia Topuria demonstrated his credentials when he vacated the featherweight title and knocked out Charles Oliveira in the first round at UFC 317 to win the vacant 155 lbs title.
- Ronaldo said he is proud to join WOW FC and the investment is expected to raise WOW FC's profile and accelerate opportunities for Spanish and European fighters.
- A global soccer icon investing in a regional MMA promotion marks an unusual crossover that highlights MMA's rapid growth in Spain, fueled by fighters like UFC champion Ilia Topuria.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Joins Forces with Ilia Topuria as WOW FC's Newest Shareholder
Cristiano Ronaldo recently revealed his decision to enter the MMA world. He will join Ilia Topuria as the newest shareholder of WOW FC. The soccer legend believes the promotion has a bright future and a strong vision.Ronaldo, 40, remains one of the most famous athletes in the world. He currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr. Even with his focus on Al-Nassr and the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, ‘CR7’ has shown love for combat sports.Rona…
The Portuguese footballer announced that he will become a partner of the company MMA WOW FC, where the legendary Ilia Topuria fights
Ilia Topuria Turns On Lionel Messi as Past Comments Resurface Amid Cristiano Ronaldo’s MMA Move
Ilia Topuria rarely walks back anything he said, especially when it involves soccer’s top names. But something changed this week—not in the cage, but in the boardroom. Cristiano Ronaldo surprised the MMA world by revealing that he is now a shareholder in WOW FC, which ‘El Matador’ co-owns. And surprise, surprise, Topuria responded quickly to the news, sharing a warm welcome that people expect from business partners, not rivals. The reaction was …
Spanish organization states that Ronaldo's role will be "organ and active". Portuguese Kraque says that he wants "to help raise sport and inspire the next generation" with discipline and resilience.
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