Youssef Zalal wasn’t allowed much time for excitement ahead of his UFC debut. On 12 days’ notice, Zalal (7-2 MMA, 0-0 UFC) accepted a bout against Austin Lingo at Saturday’s UFC 247. After years of dedicating his life to the specific goal of making the big leagues, Zalal couldn’t celebrate – but he’s OK with that. “I’m pumped, but I’m saving my excitement until after the fight,” Zalal told MMA Junkie. “I’ve got to handle business first
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Youssef Zalal excited for short-notice UFC 247 debut fight – MMA Junkie