Carlos Prates' coach predicts finish for Michael Morales at UFC 336
Sherdog • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 2:17 AM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026
Carlos Prates is set to face Michael Morales for the UFC interim welterweight title on January 30 at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Coach Cristian Nogueira expressed confidence that Prates will secure a stoppage in the second round, adjusting training to focus on footwork rather than defending against takedowns. Morales, who remains unbeaten, presents a different challenge, and Nogueira anticipates that Prates will exploit Morales' aggressive style. The fight serves as a crucial step for both fighters, with Nogueira stating the goal is to eventually compete for the undisputed title against Islam Makhachev in the future.
- •Prates (24-7) faces Morales (19-0) on January 30, 2026.
- •Nogueira expects Prates to finish the fight in the second round.
- •Training has shifted focus from takedown defense to footwork with boxing coach Arthur Cesar.
- •Prates aims to become the first Brazilian champion in the UFC at 170 pounds.
- •Next, Prates hopes to challenge Makhachev for the undisputed title.
- 5:34 AMSherdog — Carlos Prates' coach says Michael Morales won't make it to Round 3
"Coach Cristian Nogueira believes Carlos Prates will make quick work of Michael Morales.
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