UFC Fight Night -- Arnold Allen vs. Melquizael Costa: Predictions, fight card, odds and expert picks
Arnold Allen faces Melquizael Costa in the main event of UFC Fight Night at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, with both featherweights aiming to strengthen their divisional standing. Allen seeks to rebound from a recent slump, while Costa looks to build on a high-profile knockout win over Dan Ige. The event also features several undercard bouts, including a co-main matchup between Doo Ho Choi and Daniel Santos.
- ▪Arnold Allen has one win in his last four UFC appearances but remains confident despite recent setbacks.
- ▪Melquizael Costa knocked out Dan Ige with a spinning back kick in the first round, marking Ige's first stoppage loss in 31 fights.
- ▪Allen is a slight favorite at -148 odds, while Costa is listed at +124 according to DraftKings.
- ▪The event takes place on May 16, 2026, at the Meta APEX in Las Vegas and streams exclusively on Paramount+.
- ▪Doo Ho Choi faces Daniel Santos in the co-main event, with Santos favored at -162 odds.
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UFC Fight Night -- Arnold Allen vs. Melquizael Costa: Predictions, fight card, odds and expert picks A pair of featherweight contenders are set to battle it out at the Meta Apex on Saturday By Shakiel Mahjouri May 16, 2026 at 9:00 am ET • 3 min read Getty Images Another UFC veteran defends his spot in the pecking order this Saturday. Arnold Allen looks to protect his top 10 featherweight ranking against Melquizael Costa at UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas.UFC Fight Nights have largely served as proving grounds for rising contenders this year. The next generation has had mixed success. For every Lone'er Kavanagh and Kevin Vallejos that rose to the occasion, there's a Youssef Zalal or Chris Duncan who fell short.
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