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Brazilian fans are unexpectedly supporting Azamat Murzakanov over their own countryman Paulo Costa in their upcoming bout. Costa faces backlash from Brazilian fans due to controversial statements about the country, culture, and political decisions. Comments from Brazilian fans to Murzakanov include promises to build him a monument if he knocks out Costa and declarations that he would become a national hero alongside Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Brazilian fans are also posting photos of Murzakanov photoshopped into Brazil's national team jersey. The level of support from Costa's own countrymen for his opponent is described as truly insane.
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