“He’s Gonna End Up Gettin Taken”: 70-Year-Old Liam Neeson Warned for Brutal Remark Towards Conor McGregor & UFC

The UFC world has always shown its massive respect and admiration for the UFC superstar Conor McGregor. McGregor is that one fighter who began from scratch and achieved the peak of success with belts in two weight divisions. Some fans might not prefer the Irishman’s brash style and his actions outside the cage, so naturally, their opinions might differ.

Currently, it is the brutal remarks of a famous Irish actor against the famous Irish athlete that is making the entire UFC community furious. In an interview with Men’s Health, popular Irish actor Liam Neeson talked about his dislike for the UFC and Conor McGregor. The harsh comments didn’t go well with the MMA stars either. UFC lightweight, Terrance McKinney, took to his Twitter handle to give a warning to the actor.

Liam Neeson compares Conor McGregor to a “little leprechaun”

 In the Men’s Health Neeson said “UFC I can’t stand. That, to me, is like a bar fight. I know the practitioners are like, ‘no, you’re wrong—the months of training we do…’ Why don’t you just grab a beer bottle and hit the other guy over the head? That’s the next stage of the UFC. I hate it.” The Hollywood actor also took shots at his countryman. He continued, “That little leprechaun, Conor McGregor, he gives Ireland a bad name.” I know he’s fit, and I admire him for that. But I can’t take it.“

After coming across an article that talks about the matter, UFC lightweight star, McKinney made sure that he gave a suitable reply to the actor’s comments. McKinney warned the actor by saying, “Liam Neeson don’t want the smoke; he’s going to end up gettin’ taken.” The Irish fighter could meet Neeson soon on shooting sets, with the former lightweight champion making his debut in Hollywood soon.

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Liam Neeson’s potshots at his compatriot come at an auspicious time as McGregor himself is all set for his Hollywood debut. The 34-year-old’s supporters are eagerly awaiting both his comeback to the octagon and his Hollywood debut.

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The Irishman will be soon seen in the movie “Road House.” The movie is slated to release in 2023. The action movie is a recreation of the 1989 movie of the same name. Through his Instagram, McGregor has expressed his joy at being able to try his hand at acting. It is safe to assume that the fans can expect the derogatory comments made by Neeson to deter McGregor in his future endeavors. 

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