The Ecuadorian fighter Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera He reappeared on his social networks and did so alongside a world football figure. The manabita published a photo with Paolo Maldinihistorical Italian footballer, and narrated the meeting he had with him.
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Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera and his moment with Paolo Maldini
Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera He is traveling in Europe with his family and has shared the journey through his social networks. Since December, the athlete has been in the Old Continent, and has spent time in Italy, the character’s country with whom he met.
On the morning of this Thursday, January 8, 2026, he made the publication in which he appeared with the Italian star. “Having a coffee and talking about life with the great Paolo Madini #ilcapitano“Vera said without providing further details.
On the postcard next to Maldini. They are both in an establishment next to a table. The Italian, with brown pants, a gray shirt and a black jacket, hugs the Ecuadorian who is wearing a printed jacket and black jeans.
Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera and Paolo Maldini, two leaders of their countries
Beyond the photo, Pao Maloinni and Molot They also have in common being leaders of their nations within the sport. The Italian, in football and with his country’s team; the Ecuadorian, in the UFC octagon.
Maldini, who is now 57 years old, remained active until he was 41 and retired in 2009. The 25-year career he had, since his debut in 1984, was with the AC Milan. With the red and black he also won 25 titles and became captain of the Italian team.
Vera, in turn, has remained in the UFC since her debut in 2014 and has a career record of 23-1-11. Within the company, his peak came in 2024, when he fought against Sean O’Malley for the bantamweight division title, but was defeated.
When does ‘Chito’ Vera fight again?
The last time ‘Chito’ Vera He entered the octagon in October 2025 and was defeated by Aiemann Zahabi in a fight that was defined by points. Before, in 2024 he had fallen to Deiveson Figueredo and the aforementioned O’Malley.
After his last defeat neither the UFC nor Morales They have indicated when he will fight again.
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