Dana White has confirmed that both Power Slap 22 and UFC Belgrade will take place at Belgrade Arena in Serbia. The UFC president teased the upcoming events with an announcement directed at fans.
Dana White has confirmed that Belgrade Arena in Serbia will host two separate events — Power Slap 22 and UFC Belgrade — marking a notable expansion of the UFC's footprint in Eastern Europe.
The UFC president made the announcement directly to fans, teasing both events at the Serbian capital's premier venue. No specific dates beyond the general 2026 window have been attached to either card, and no fighters have been officially linked to the events at this stage.
Why it matters
- Belgrade Arena is one of Europe's largest indoor venues, capable of hosting major live combat sports spectacles.
- The UFC's decision to bring both its flagship MMA product and the Power Slap competition to the same city signals a coordinated push into the Balkan and broader Eastern European market.
- A dedicated UFC Belgrade card would give the promotion a branded presence in Serbia for the first time, potentially drawing from a passionate regional fanbase.
White's announcement arrives as the UFC continues to expand its international live event schedule, with European markets remaining a consistent target for the organisation's growth strategy.
