When it comes to creating a buzz online, Conor McGregor is in a league of his own. Whether it’s his controversies or bold opinions, he never fails to dominate the conversation in the fight community. While McGregor is now a global combat sports icon, his childhood dream wasn’t to fight. Instead, he envisioned himself playing soccer. Interestingly, it seems he’s combined those early aspirations with his current career, showcasing his fighting skills on the soccer field in a unique blend of both worlds.
Much like his arch-rival Khabib, Conor McGregor has a deep love for soccer. Recently, McGregor participated in a friendly match where he almost turned a confrontation into a physical altercation, showcasing the competitive edge he’s known for. It’s interesting to note that McGregor was once an amateur football player in Ireland, even playing in the Third Division before his UFC career took off.
On the field, McGregor’s moves showed the same precision and agility he’s known for in the cage. As he kicked and defended the ball, he took down other players like he was in a fight, using quick takedowns and powerful kicks.
Conor McGregor using MMA while playing football today 😭 pic.twitter.com/UeBnRjbMhl
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) January 11, 2025
Despite his focus on MMA now, McGregor still occasionally practices soccer, blending his past passion with his present-day fierceness. His style on the soccer field even reminded fans of his famous kick against Kamaru Usman, showing how his fighting mindset crosses over into anything he does, even soccer.
Conor McGregor Wants Mackenzie Dern And Amanda Ribas’ Trilogy Fight
After being part of some of the biggest fights McGregor knows all about big matchups, and he’s calling for another one. This time it is for a trilogy between Dern and Ribas. After their exciting rematch at UFC Vegas 101, where Dern avenged her 2019 loss with a stunning armbar finish. ANd now the score is tied at 1-1.
He said, “Great fight! Awesome showcase! @MackenzieDern @amandaribasufc, an excellent rivalry between the two Brazilians! So good! 1 a piece now, I would definitely love to see this trilogy! #AwesomeMMA.”
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McGregor’s enthusiasm mirrors that of fans who want to see these top strawweight stars go at it once more. The rivalry between the two Brazilians has sparked interest, and fans are waiting for the next showdown.
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