Jan Błachowicz joins Panthers Wrocław in the European League of Football as mentor as ambassador. The world-famous MMA fighter wants to support the Wrocław team in their quest for the European championship with his experience and work ethic, as well as engage in a series of joint activities.

MMA fighter and UFC star

Jan Błachowicz is a figure well-known not only in Poland but also worldwide, especially in the United States. The Pole holds the championship belt of the world's largest MMA federation - UFC, as well as titles won earlier in the native KSW. Now Błachowicz wants to support Panthers Wrocław in their quest for the European championship - primarily as a mentor. A key point of cooperation will be the coin toss before the season opener on May 26th at the Tarczyński Arena, performed by Błachowicz.

Jan Błachowicz and the team in the Tarczynski Arena. © Lukasz Skwiot

Living legend in the MMA world and local phenomenon

"Collaborating with a living legend of the MMA world fills us with great pride. Jan Błachowicz will support us primarily in terms of experience and mentoring. We would like him to show our players how to approach challenges in order to win. Our goal - similar to Jan's - is international success, which is why we are extremely pleased with his support. Strength will certainly not be lacking for us!" says Michał Latoś, president of Panthers Wrocław.

Hart hitting: AJ Wentland meeting Jan Błachowicz. © Lukasz Skwiot

Promotion for the kick-off on May 26th

The collaboration also has a promotional dimension. Panthers Wrocław and Jan Błachowicz have prepared a series of attractions for fans, as the Panthers announced. "Sports at the highest level always look similar - whether it's MMA or American football - they involve exactly the same challenges and sacrifices. Being in the United States, I had the opportunity to better understand and get to know this discipline. Now I would like to pass on my knowledge and experience to the players of Panthers Wrocław, so that they can achieve great success - I wish our team the European championship. See you on May 26th at the Tarczyński Arena, let's fight together!" says Jan Błachowicz.