Former Manchester United and France footballer Patrice Evra will make his blended martial arts debut at PFL Europe Paris on Friday, 23 Might.
The 43-year-old – who stop soccer in 2018 – has been coaching since 2016 with PFL star and pal Cedric Doumbe.
The opponent for Evra’s PFL Europe Showcase Bout within the SmartCage on the Accor Enviornment is but to be introduced.
“I like this recreation too,” stated Evra, who received 81 caps for France.
“I’ve carried out on the world’s largest phases, received each main trophy in soccer, however PFL Europe Paris shall be an extremely particular evening for me.
“I have been coaching alongside the very best on the planet for years, they usually’ll additionally let you know I am prepared for this. I will placed on a present on the Accor Enviornment on 23 Might, so come watch the spectacle.”
Evra performed 379 occasions for Manchester United between 2006 and 2014, successful 5 Premier League titles and the Champions League.
He additionally performed for a number of golf equipment in France and Italy, together with Monaco and Juventus, and ended his soccer profession with a brief spell at West Ham.
Since retiring he has labored as a TV pundit.
The Skilled Fighters League (PFL) calls itself “a worldwide powerhouse in MMA and the fastest-growing sports activities league worldwide”.
