Conor McGregor's recent behavior on the soccer field has garnered a wide variety of reactions from the MMA community. Many people mocked McGregor for his careless behavior, as he fouled a player from the opposite team while playing for Black Forge FC.
For context, McGregor played for his pub's soccer club Black Forge FC, in a United Churches Football League (UCFL) match against Harding FC this past weekend. The Irishman wore the number 11 jersey and played on the left wing. The teams ultimately drew with a score of 1-1.
During the match, McGregor demonstrated his MMA skills when he attempted to shoot the ball but ended up landing a body kick on one of the opposing players. Home of Fight, a combat sports news outlet, posted the video on social media with the following caption:
''Conor McGregor putting his MMA training to good use on the soccer pitch''
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Fans soon rushed to the comments section to share their reactions.
One fan criticized McGregor, writing:
''He re arranged that guy's spleen. Connor seems to have fully abandoned UFC return''
Another one stated:
''Can you imagine being that guy, going to the pub after and saying you literally got kicked by Connor McGregor''
Other fans wrote:
''This is pure comedy, breaks his ribs and then hits the ref with the classic “are you even watching the game?!”
''Come on. He was trying to shoot the ball. Dudes on Connor’s team after the game will be Conor you can't play on our team anymore. You hurt too many people. Ha.''
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As for the MMA scene, McGregor hasn't featured in any UFC competitions since breaking his leg in the opening round against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in 2021. He is now expected to face Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match in India this year after an agreement with the Ambani Family.
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Conor McGregor, who has frequently criticized the reigning featherweight champion on social media, responded to the news by making fun of Topuria in his since-deleted X post, writing:
''He wouldn’t sell it also. No chance.''