
Paramount+ poked fun at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final by comparing
it to one of the most lackluster title fights in the history of the
Ultimate Fighting Championship.
Finalists Spain and Argentina were scoreless through regulation in
the 2026 FIFA World Cup final before the European champions secured
a 1-0 victory in extra time. Spain controlled much of the
possession, while Argentina remained on the back foot, barely
threatening offensively. Paramount has now compared the fixture to
the UFC
274 strawweight title rematch between Rose
Namajunas and Carla
Esparza.
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UFC on Paramount+ compared Spain vs. Argentina to the infamous
UFC 274 title fight between Rose Namajunas, Carla Esparza
Many felt the FIFA World Cup final wasn’t an enjoyable game and
Paramount+ has drawn a comparison to its MMA equivalent. Alongside
a promotional image for the Namajunas-Esparza rematch, the UFC on
Paramount+ account posted on X:
„This World Cup final so far.“
Namajunas vs. Esparza 2 is remembered for all the wrong reasons.
Both fighters had low striking volume, remaining extremely cautious
throughout the 25-minute bout, which Esparza ultimately won via
split decision. The slow pace of the bout is what Paramount’s X
post is seemingly comparing to Spain vs. Argentina.
This World Cup final so far: pic.twitter.com/F0Go0lrwnM
— UFC on Paramount+ (@UFConParamount)
July 19, 2026