Manchester's Co-op Live Arena to Host UFC 304
Manchester is set to host UFC 304 on July 27th at the Co-op Live Arena, marking the first-ever sporting event at the UK's largest indoor arena. The event, announced by UFC, promises an electrifying lineup of mixed martial arts action.
Interim Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall to Compete in UFC 304
The card for UFC's first show in Manchester since UFC 204 eight years ago is highly anticipated, with speculation surrounding the potential participation of British champions Tom Aspinall and Leon Edwards. Aspinall, the interim heavyweight champion, confirmed his presence on social media, adding to the excitement surrounding the event. Edwards, the UFC welterweight champion, is also expected to feature on the card after recently competing in December.
UFC 304 Start Time To Cater To US Audience
With a start time catering to the US pay-per-view audience, UFC 304 prelims are expected to begin at 11:00 p.m. BST and the main card at 3:00 a.m. BST. Co-op Live, with a capacity of 23,500, aims to provide fans with a state-of-the-art experience, bringing them closer to the heart of the action.
Gary Roden, Co-op Live Executive Director & General Manager, emphasised the arena's readiness to host UFC and its passionate fan base, highlighting the venue's commitment to providing a world-class platform for globally broadcast events. Fans eagerly await further announcements about the event.
