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Marlon Vera’s daughter to undergo surgery on Friday for Moebius syndrome

Marlon Vera will soon achieve one of his dreams, and it’s not getting a hold of a UFC world title, at least not yet.

The Ecuadorian fighter will have his 7-year-old daughter Ana Paula undergo surgery this Friday in Beverly Hills, Calif. Ana Paula suffers from Moebius syndrome, a rare neurological condition that affects the muscles that control facial expression. Vera’s long-time dream is to be able to see his daughter smile. And soon enough, “Chito” will be able to do just that.

“I’m super happy, bro, about my personal life, making things happen.