Following Arsenal’s impressive 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, UFC superstar Conor McGregor found himself at the center of attention for reasons unrelated to his combat sports career.
The Irish mixed martial artist, known for his flamboyant personality, was spotted on the pitch at Emirates Stadium after the match had concluded. Footage emerged of McGregor interacting with Arsenal players, including England internationals Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice.
What began as a seemingly innocent post-match celebration took an unusual turn when McGregor engaged in a playful exchange with Saka. The video, which quickly went viral on social media, shows McGregor attempting some of his signature moves on the young Arsenal winger. At one point, Saka can be heard saying, “Be careful, man!” with a smile, indicating the unexpected nature of the interaction.
While some fans found the incident amusing, others expressed concern about the potential risk to the players. One supporter commented online, “Imagine if he had injured Saka by mistake.” Another joked that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta might need to bring in additional security measures for future matches.
Reports suggest that McGregor’s presence on the pitch was not officially sanctioned by the club. Sources claim that the former two-division UFC champion obtained his ticket through a third party and made his way onto the field independently after the game.
The situation reportedly concluded with security personnel asking McGregor to leave the pitch, though this detail remains unconfirmed by official sources. Irish mirror confirmed as much.
Despite his apparent enthusiasm for Arsenal on this occasion, McGregor has previously declared his support for Manchester United. In a 2021 interview, he cited Irish football legends Denis Irwin and Roy Keane as influences on his choice of club allegiance.
As for McGregor’s professional career, fans eagerly await news of his return to the octagon. The 36-year-old hasn’t competed since July 2021, when he suffered a leg injury during a bout with Dustin Poirier. Recent statements from UFC president Dana White suggest that McGregor’s comeback may be delayed until 2025.
