PFL Unveils 24-Event 2026 Global Schedule

The Professional Fighters League announced plans for an expanded 2026 schedule on Tuesday, featuring 24 events worldwide, including 16 global cards broadcast on ESPN in the United States and eight regional shows through PFL MENA and PFL Africa. The promotion will kick off the year in February with a return to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, marking its third event there, followed by debuts in Madrid, Spain, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in March, and a return to Chicago, Illinois, in April.

PFL CEO John Martin highlighted the shift away from the tournament format for global events, emphasizing a focus on high-profile matchups. "In 2026 we are leveling up," Martin said in a social media video. "We're running at least 24 events worldwide, with 16 major cards broadcast on ESPN featuring our top fighters going after world championships. Every card is going to be built around the best fights possible, the fights the fans are asking for and the fighters want." Regional leagues in MENA and Africa will retain tournament brackets to develop emerging talent for the global stage.

The Dubai card, set for February 7 at the Coca-Cola Arena, will headline with lightweight champion Usman...