The ‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor is making headlines all over the internet due to his extravagant activities outside the cage. Due to his recent behavior, Arsenal Football Club is considering changing its security protocols. This is in response to Conor McGregor’s recent interactions with Arsenal soccer stars Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice.
Arsenal FC is one of the biggest clubs in Europe, with a market value of over $2 billion. Conor McGregor recently attended a UEFA Champions League game at the Emirates Stadium, where Arsenal played against Paris Saint-Germain. His unexpected appearance at the stadium attracted a lot of attention, and it went viral when he met two Arsenal players, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice.
The Notorious had a good time with the Gunners, Saka and Rice. McGregor tried to show off some of his MMA skills to the football stars. Saka, in particular, was even on the receiving end of a few leg kicks from McGregor. The incident caused several soccer fans to be concerned about their star player. When the board members of Arsenal FC learned about this incident, they appeared quite displeased.
Arsenal considering changing whole matchday protocol because of Conor McGregor https://t.co/8OfmnNfeb0
— talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) October 6, 2024
The Times reported that McGregor entered the field without permission and ignored instructions to leave. As a result, the club is now contemplating changes to its security protocols to prevent similar unauthorized entries on the ground.
The Irishman’s history of public altercations may have worried the club. However, despite this, it should not diminish McGregor’s passion for the sport. In fact, the UFC superstar has even expressed a desire to purchase a soccer club in the past.
When Conor McGregor wanted to acquire a soccer club
Over the years, many billionaires and prominent individuals around the world have expressed their desire to buy a sports team. Conor McGregor is just one of those wealthy individuals who share this dream. The Irishman is undoubtedly one of the richest athletes in the world. At his peak, the Notorious even featured in Forbes’ list of the world’s top 100 richest celebrities.
Conor McGregor was born and raised in Ireland, where soccer (football), is quite popular. During his childhood, McGregor even played for several local clubs. However, he couldn’t continue as he shifted his focus to MMA. Nonetheless, his love for the sport remained, and in 2021, McGregor expressed his desire to acquire a soccer club.
A conversation came up regarding Celtic first to be honest. To acquire shares from Dermot Desmond. I am certainly interested in acquiring a sports team at some stage! Both Celtic and Man United are teams I like for sure. But I am open. I feel I could do big things for a club.
Conor McGregor via X (@TheNotoriousMMA)
A conversation came up regarding Celtic first to be honest. To acquire shares from Dermot Desmond. I am certainly interested in acquiring a sports team at some stage!
Both Celtic and Man United are teams I like for sure. But I am open. I feel I could do big things for a club. https://t.co/KgD9qnYipP— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) May 9, 2021
Speaking of his fight career now, Conor McGregor has not fought since 2021. Although McGregor has expressed his desire to fight in 2025, there is no official news yet. Now, it remains to be seen when fans will see the Notorious back in the octagon.
