Jailton Almeida Falls to Evgeniy Goncharov in ACA Debut

Former UFC heavyweight contender Jailton Almeida suffered a defeat in his first outing under the Absolute Championship Akhmat (ACA) banner on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Fighting in the main event of ACA 207 at the Basket Hall in Krasnodar, Russia, Almeida dropped a unanimous decision to former ACA champion Evgeniy Goncharov. This result marks the third consecutive loss for Almeida, who struggled to find momentum in his transition to the Russian-based promotion. Almeida, previously recognized for his grappling prowess within the UFC heavyweight division, was unable to overcome the pressure and tactical approach displayed by Goncharov. The loss adds further complexity to Almeida's career trajectory as he seeks to regain the form that once established him as a significant threat in the heavyweight ranks. No details regarding his next steps or potential return to the cage were provided following the conclusion of the event.

Source: MMA Mania.