After 21 years, Andre Pederneiras is no longer the leader of Brazil’s renowned Nova Uniao team. Pederneiras announced his decision to step down from his role on Instagram, following an initial report by Combate.com . The longtime coach, who was a key figure in the UFC rises of former champions Jose Aldo and Renan Barao, linked the decision to the opening of Upper Arena two years ago. The place now works as training grounds for Nova Uniao fighters, but Pederneiras wants to open it to fighters from other teams
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Andre Pederneiras steps down from Brazil’s Nova Uniao leadership after 21 years – MMA Junkie