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Youssef Zalal
Youssef Zalal

Youssef Zalal

"The Moroccan Devil"
18-6-1
#8 UFC Morocco Morocco 1 Losses
Age
29
Height
5' 10"
Reach
72"
Weight class
Featherweight
Summary

Youssef Zalal is a Featherweight MMA fighter with a record of 18-6-1. 29 years old. Currently ranked #8 in the UFC. Represents Morocco. Current streak: 1 Losses.

Updated on May 30, 2026
Archetype
The Submission Specialist
Regularly submits opponents on the ground. A grappling expert.
Category
Male

How does Youssef Zalal win his fights?

KO
4
SUB
10
DEC
4

What are Youssef Zalal's last 5 fights?

L
UFC
Aljamain Sterling United States
Aljamain Sterling
Unanimous decision
Apr 25, 2026
W
UFC
Josh Emmett
Josh Emmett
Submission
Oct 4, 2025
W
UFC
Calvin Kattar
Calvin Kattar
Unanimous decision
Feb 15, 2025
W
UFC
Jack Shore
Jack Shore
Submission
Nov 2, 2024
W
UFC
Jarno Errens
Jarno Errens
Submission
Aug 10, 2024

What is Youssef Zalal's full fight history?

L
UFC
Aljamain Sterling United States
Aljamain Sterling
Unanimous Decision - R5
MMX 69% Youssef Zalal ✗
UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal
Apr 25, 2026

Which fighters are similar to Youssef Zalal?

Harry Hardwick
13-4-1
Movsar Evloev
20-0-0
Diego Lopes
27-8-0
Lerone Murphy
17-1-1
Aljamain Sterling
26-5-0
Arnold Allen
21-4-0

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