MMA fans don’t need an introduction to the name of Khabib Nurmagomedov. The Dagestani has achieved an indomitable feat of never being beaten inside the Octagon. ‘The Eagle’ is also one of the very few fighters of the UFC to retire as a champion. Nurmagomedov is also an avid follower of soccer and a loyal supporter of the soccer legend, Cristiano Ronaldo. ‘The Eagle’ visits nearby soccer fields and also plays it out with his mates in times of his leisure.

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Recently, the biggest festival of soccer, the FIFA World Cup came to an end with the country of Morocco achieving the prestigious fourth place in the tournament. Nurmagomedov was apparently startled and pleased at the same time; when he came across the news that the Moroccan Soccer Team would be donating their entire FIFA World Cup earnings toward the financially deprived children and their families; in Morocco. ‘The Dagestani’ took to Instagram and put a story sharing the post; which revealed this news.

Khabib Nurmagomedov implied that it was all the almighty’s wishes

Nurmagomedov‘s Instagram story displayed a snap of the in-smiles and celebrating Moroccan team. The caption of the original post supplied the news about the outstanding humane gesture from the Moroccan soccer team. It read, “The entire Moroccan team decided to donate ALL of their earnings to poor children and their families in Morocco. A team of the people”.

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The FIFA World Cup enlisted Moroccan soccer team reportedly received a humongous amount of $25M as a reward for their exceptional feat; of achieving fourth place in the tournament. They decided to give it all away for the welfare of the poor in their country.

Nurmagomedov also displayed his own feelings about this noble act from Romain Ghanem Paul Saïss and his team. He added his own caption to the story which read, “MashaAllah”.

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The word “MashaAllah” is an Arabic phrase that expresses a feeling of being pleased after witnessing something. Literally, it means, “what God has willed has happened”.

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Nurmagomedov‘s feelings after witnessing this beautiful act of humanity from the Moroccan team made him thank the almighty’s wishes.

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Being a devout Muslim, ‘The Russian’ also believes that whatever happens in this world is all by the almighty’s desires. Human beings are just a medium for making them happen.

Khabib Nurmagomedov’s story implied he still lauded sanity and humility

Nurmagomedov is reputed to be one of the most humble fighters to ever grace the UFC. Despite being quick in replying to his adversaries; he preferred never to get into altercations by himself.

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‘The Eagle’ has also said in one of his post-fight interviews that he wanted to finish off the ‘trash-talking’ in MMA, and turn it into a “respect sport”.

Nurmagomedov has also showcased his appreciation for ‘the good’ of other times. Also, a lot may agree upon the fact that ‘The Eagle’ sharing this awesome humane gesture by the Moroccan soccer team, was an exhibit of his appreciation for acts of kindness by humans.

How do you feel after knowing about the extraordinary gesture by the FIFA World Cup playing Moroccan soccer team?

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The coveted scrap between Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson in 2002 was when I realized the passion for combat sports within my family. My interest in combat sports began watching scripted pro wrestling shows. It was my father who directed me towards combat sports and it wasn’t until the late 2010s that I discovered the world of MMA and the UFC. Like many of you, I too, tuned in for the infamous Nurmagomedov vs. McGregor bout live on October 6, 2018. Being an ardent fan of the UFC (and Dustin ‘The Diamond’ Poirier), I was always looking to have conversations about the same with others. But to my disappointment, I hardly found any followers of the sports to interact with. So I took it upon myself to do my part in popularizing the thrill and the agony behind the purest form of unarmed combat. At EssentiallySports, I try to bring the readers closer to the athletes and focus my coverage on exploring the human side of these martial artists. I’m a musician during my time free from reporting MMA. I operate as the lead vocalist of a rock band that aims to make their mark among the audiences with their original alternative-hard rock songs. You can hit me up at-

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