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Brazilian fans are overwhelmingly supporting Azamat Murzakanov ahead of his fight against Brazilian Paulo Costa, which is highly unusual. Costa has become unpopular in his home country due to controversial statements he has made about Brazil, its culture, and political decisions. Brazilian fans are leaving comments on Murzakanov's social media promising to build him a monument if he knocks out Costa and declaring him a potential national hero alongside icons like Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, and Neymar. Many supporters are posting photos of Murzakanov digitally edited into Brazilian national team uniforms. The level of domestic opposition Costa faces from his own fans is remarkable and reflects deep dissatisfaction with his public remarks.
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