Watch: Alexandre Pantoja Receives a Hero’s Welcome in His Hometown After UFC 290 Win Against Brandon Moreno

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Discover the electrifying spectacle as Alexandre Pantoja returned home as champion. ‘The Cannibal’ fiercely fought against Brandon Moreno on July 9. After a lot of sweat, blood and tears, the victory finally dawned upon the Brazilian to clinch the flyweight title at UFC 290. Explore the Brazilian streets lit with jubilation as the people erupted to give a hero’s welcome to Pantoja.

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Brazil welcomes its UFC hero

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Pantoja displayed his UFC belt as stood on the top of the parade bus.

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People cheered, waved at him, and took selfies.

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How social media reacted to Pantoja’s reception in Brazil

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Social media flooded with congratulatory messages. One fan wrote, “Where the belt belongs". Another posted, “Hometown hero.” Another commented, “I love how Brazil lights up sportsmen and women. I love this.”

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