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MMA Fighter Boosts Brighton's Stadium Attendance

Updated 2026-09-26 07:10 UTC 1 source Positive

Christian Eckerlin, an MMA fighter, is helping the football club Brighton by participating in set pieces and drawing large crowds. He will compete at Oktagon 94 on Saturday, expected to further boost stadium attendance.

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The MMA fighter helping Brighton - and filling stadiums

From helping Brighton with set pieces to fighting in front of nearly 60,000 people - meet MMA star Christian Eckerlin, who competes at Oktagon 94 in Frankfurt on Saturday.

2026-09-26 06:50 UTC