JEFFERSON MOREIRA NASCIMENTO

Born in Campo Formoso, Brazil, on July 5, 1988, Jefferson Moreira Nascimento built his athletic background as a left-back for diverse teams throughout Portugal and Brazil. He initiated his professional path with São Caetano before completing tenures at Palmeiras, Estoril, and Sporting CP, ultimately aiding the latter in capturing several titles. On the field, he earned recognition for his defensive efforts and his capacity to bolster offensive plays with precise passing.

Heading into UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier on June 1, 2024, the Brazilian holds an even professional record of four wins and four losses.