Arnold Allen vs Melquizael Costa predictions, May 16, 2026

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As the UFC prepares for a compelling matchup in the featherweight division, Arnold Allen will face Melquizael Costa on May 16, 2026. This bout promises to be an intriguing clash, with both fighters seeking to establish their dominance.

Arnold Allen, known for his striking prowess and grappling skills, will have the advantage of competing at home, where crowd support could bolster his performance. His tactical approach often involves a blend of striking and wrestling, allowing him to adapt to various opponents. On the other hand, Melquizael Costa enters the octagon with his own strengths; he possesses significant knockout power and has shown the ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes.

Both fighters are currently coming off victories, with their last bouts resulting in no wins to report; a challenging context sets the stage for what both men can deliver. The bookmakers have placed Allen as the favorite at odds of 1.54, with Costa at 2.46.

With their respective styles and recent forms in mind, fans can expect a competitive contest. While Allen’s home advantage may play a role, Costa’s power should not be underestimated, leading to an unpredictable face-off where either fighter could emerge victorious.

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Allen 62.1%

Costa 37.9%

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Betting Odds

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	1.51		2.55
	1.54		2.43

Latest Results

24.01.26 Arnold Allen – Jean Silva – Silva J. win 27.07.24 Arnold Allen – Giga Chikadze – Allen A. win 20.01.24 Arnold Allen – Movsar Evloev – Evloev M. win 15.04.23 Max Holloway – Arnold Allen – Holloway M. win 29.10.22 Calvin Kattar – Arnold Allen – Allen A. – 2nd Round TKO

21.02.26 Dan Ige – Melquizael Costa – Costa M. – 1st Round TKO 13.12.25 Melquizael Costa – Morgan Charriere – Costa M. – 1st Round KO 17.05.25 Julian Erosa – Melquizael Costa – Costa M. win 29.03.25 Christian Rodriguez – Melquizael Costa – Costa M. win 22.02.25 Andre Fili – Melquizael Costa – Costa M. – 1st Round TKO

Facts

Allen is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.

In recent times, the fighters did not meet on the field.

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