Conor McGregor flexes stunning Nike soccer boots taking break from MMA

Amidst controversies surrounding him, UFC star Conor McGregor showcases his Nike soccer boots, possibly indicating a shift away from MMA.


Conor McGregor flexes stunning Nike soccer boots taking break from MMA

UFC star Conor McGregor shows off his Nike soccer boots (Image via Imago/X)

It has been a long time since ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor stepped inside the UFC octagon. The Irishman’s last fight in the promotion was at UFC 264 against Dustin Poirier in 2021. Since then, McGregor has not participated in any MMA fights. Currently, the outlook for his comeback fight seems bleak.

With this recent update, it appears that there is still a long wait ahead for Conor McGregor’s return. Since his last fight, McGregor has been quite active on social media. Recently, he shared an update on his X account, featuring a picture of a pair of Nike soccer boots. Along with the photo, the Irishman’s caption said, “Today we ball,” followed by an interesting comment under the post characteristic of his usual style.

I break jaws with my shoulder, and noses. I get the ball any pitch, any where. Moses.

Conor McGregor via X (@TheNotoriousMMA)
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After UFC 264, McGregor was scheduled to make his comeback against Michael Chandler at UFC 303. Unfortunately, he withdrew from the fight due to a foot injury. Following this setback, McGregor expressed his desire to return to the UFC and compete in 2025. However, recent reports surrounding the Irishman indicate that McGregor may be in negotiations for a potential boxing match next.

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Although McGregor has shared several clips of his training and sparring sessions on social media, his recent post tells a different story. It suggests that the Irishman is currently more relaxed, enjoying some downtime by playing other sports, specifically soccer. Speaking of soccer, McGregor has been in and around that sport quite a lot lately.

Is Conor McGregor an avid soccer enthusiast?

To demonstrate one’s passion for a sport, a person often attends live events of their favorite genre. Over the years, many notable personalities have graced the UFC arenas to witness some electrifying MMA fights. Similarly, Conor McGregor, the UFC superstar, has shown a strong passion for other sports as well, notably, soccer.

Conor McGregor at St. James Park and the Emirates stadium
Conor McGregor at St. James Park and the Emirates Stadium (Image via Instagram/@thenotoriousmma)

Over the years, McGregor has made several appearances alongside prominent figures in the soccer community. Recently, the Irishman has attended many live soccer matches, including the recent Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Arsenal FC. Following the match, McGregor expressed his thoughts by writing a message about his experience.

A great day with friends at the @nufc vs @arsenal game at the legendary football stadium that is St. James Park! Iconic football grounds!

Conor McGregor via Instagram (@thenotoriousmma)

When it comes to relationships, the popular personality Conor McGregor shares a strong camaraderie with several top soccer athletes. Notably, his sitdowns with Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo often generate buzz within the UFC community. This demonstrates that McGregor is also well-regarded in the soccer world.

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