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Brazilian MMA fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov over their own countryman Paulo Costa ahead of their scheduled fight. The unusual support stems from Costa's controversial statements about Brazil, its culture, and political decisions that have alienated him from his home fanbase. Brazilian fans have been leaving comments telling Murzakanov they will build him a monument if he knocks out Costa, declaring Brazil is with him, and saying he would become a national hero alongside Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Fans have also been posting photoshopped images of Murzakanov wearing the Brazilian national team jersey as a show of support.
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