News DeskDubai, UAE – STARZPLAY, the home of premium live sports in the MENA region, is set to deliver an unmissable day of world-class action on Sunday, January 25, as the year’s first numbered UFC event collides with a blockbuster Serie A weekend featuring two of Italian football’s greatest rivalries.
UFC 324: The Year Begins Loud
UFC 324 marks the first numbered UFC event of 2026, officially launching the year’s MMA calendar and setting the tone for what lies ahead. Headlined by Justin Gaethje vs. Paddy Pimblett, global anticipation surrounds the card, and the event signals a fresh chapter for the sport.
Coming in with a reputation as one of the UFC’s most action-oriented fighters, Gaethje brings power striking, leg kicks and durability to the octagon, as well as a track record of consistently facing top-level competition in one of the UFC’s most competitive divisions.
Pimblett, known for his finishing ability and striking confidence, is set to combine his energetic fighting style with a growing body of experience at the highest level, testing his skillset against an opponent renowned for pace, pressure, and resilience.
MENA fans get to watch the prelims live and exclusively for free on STARZPLAY before tuning in for the main card at 6 AM GST.
Serie A Takes Centre Stage
As the day shifts from the cage to the pitch, Italian football commands the spotlight with a heavyweight Serie A double-header that brings history, rivalry, and title energy into a single evening.
At 9 PM GST, Juventus host Napoli in a fixture that has repeatedly shaped title races and delivered pivotal match moments fueled by ambition and championship intent. Defined by contrasting footballing identities and high competitive stakes, the matchup arrives at a crucial point in the campaign, with both clubs firmly focused on maintaining momentum at the top end of the table.
The night concludes at 11:45 PM GST with Roma vs Milan, one of Serie A’s most storied rivalries. A meeting of prestige and tradition, the fixture represents classic Italian football at its most intense, where history weighs heavily on every kick.
One Platform. One Defining Day.
With the first numbered UFC event of the year and two of Serie A’s biggest rivalries unfolding within hours of each other, January 25 stands out as one of the most compelling sports days of the season. From the Octagon to Italian football’s most revered matchups, STARZPLAY brings it all together, reinforcing its position as the destination for premium live sports across the MENA region.
Watch UFC 324, Juventus vs Napoli, and Roma vs Milan live and exclusively on STARZPLAY this Sunday.
Visit www.starzplay.com for full schedules and viewing details.
