Despite Being a Real Madrid Fan, UFC Legend Khabib Nurmagomedov Shares a 2-Word Message for Manchester City After Historic Treble Win Amid Pep Guardiola’s Warning

There aren’t a lot of things Khabib Nurmagomedov holds close to his heart except for combat sports. However, the UFC legend has a special liking for the sport of football. Time and again, fans have seen Nurmagomedov playing friendly football matches with his friends. Moreover, fans have also seen him attend league matches with famous football teams like Manchester City and Manchester United.

In an interview days before his fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 242, Nurmagomedov talked about his fondness for football. Despite praising Liverpool, the Russian fighter chose Real Madrid as his favorite football team. Recently, the man showed appreciation and praise for another football club that has created history!

Khabib Nurmagomedov lauds Manchester City after historic win

Recently, Manchester City has made history by securing their first-ever UEFA Champions League title. The victory marked a significant milestone in the club’s rich history. In an exceptional season, the club also clinched a remarkable treble, triumphing in the Premier League, FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League.

Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola has won his 3rd UEFA Champions League trophy with this decisive win. Khabib Nurmagomedov couldn’t help but join in the celebrations. The ‘Eagle’ shared an Instagram story of the Manchester City team hoisting the coveted trophy. The story accompanied a simple yet profound message: – “They deserve.”

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After this historic win, Guardiola took a slight jab at Real Madrid, which is Nurmagomedov’s favorite team. In a post-match conference, Manchester City’s manager said – “Be careful Real Madrid, we’re 13 UCLs away but we’re coming for you. We are on our way! If you sleep a little bit, we will catch you”.

Real Madrid holds the record for the most UEFA Champions League victories (14). However, the Russian MMA fighter received severe backlash at one point in time for switching allegiances

Khabib Nurmagomedov received backlash for switching sides in soccer!

Evidently, Nurmagomedov is a bigger fan of the sport than of any specific football club or team. This is why fans have seen him extend support for different teams. However, this did not sit well with some fans a few years ago. In 2021, the ‘Eagle’ visited England to watch Cristiano Ronaldo play for Manchester United. Moreover, he met famous Manchester United personalities like Alex Ferguson, Patrice Evra, and Paul Pogba.

Further, Nurmagomedov went to watch a Manchester City game the very next day, supporting the team against Liverpool. Manchester City and Manchester United are two rival teams based out of the same city. Because of this, some fans called Nurmagomedov out for switching sides.

Regardless of what fans say, the former UFC champion has always shown love and appreciation for the game of football.

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