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Conor McGregor is a showman, no matter the arena. Weeks ago, he made headlines for a crunching tackle on an opponent during a football match for his pub’s team, Black Forge FC. Some called it aggressive, others saw it as just McGregor being himself. Either way, the moment went viral.

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Now, he’s back on the pitch, but this time, it’s all celebration. Black Forge FC pulled off a stunning comeback victory, and McGregor made sure the night didn’t end at the final whistle. When the dust settled and the cheers faded, ‘The Notorious’ had one more announcement, drinks were on him!

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Drinks on the house for Black Forge FC as Conor McGregor revels in team’s latest victory

Conor McGregor took to Instagram to share the moment, writing in a post, ““WHAT A F—– GAME!”, his excitement bursting through the screen. After all, the match seemingly had all the drama of a title fight.

According to the update, Black Forge FC found themselves down 2-0, with two men sent off. The odds were stacked against them. But like any great underdog story, they clawed their way back, flipping the script to snatch a 3-2 victory.

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For McGregor, this wasn’t just about football. It was about heart, grit, and proving people wrong. And when the final whistle blew, he wasn’t going to let the moment pass without a proper celebration. He continued in the post by writing, “OMG THE GAF IS HOPPING TONIGHT FREE BAR FOR THE WHOLE SQUAD ALL DAY, ALL NIGHT @theblackforgeinn”

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The same relentless energy that made McGregor a superstar in the UFC can be seen on his on-field antics as well! As mentioned above, in his last outing for Black Forge FC, he turned heads with a brutal challenge, one that echoed shades of his infamous strikes inside the UFC Octagon.

Some joked he was trying to “hospitalize” the opposition. Others saw it as a reminder that the fire still burns within him. This time, though, there was no controversy—just a hard-fought win. But if there’s one thing the fans can be sure of, it’s that if  ‘The Notorious’ is involved in any competitive endeavor, can his trademark trash-talk be far behind? This time was no exception.

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Taking to his Instagram stories, the Irishman called out his opposition writing, “Ronanstown cop shop great game against the boys in blue. 3-2, who’s who, what’s what, thought not #thatsforyou” In the end, a free bar? All night? For the entire squad? It’s the kind of move only Conor McGregor would make. After all, with no official UFC return date as of now, the Irish MMA icon’s focus seems divided between business, entertainment, and now, football

McGregor reveals intentions to “buy a League of Ireland team”

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Conor McGregor‘s love for football doesn’t stop at lacing up his boots. His passion runs deeper, so deep, in fact, that he might just buy a club. Or two! Taking to social media, he recently posed with the FAI Cup, celebrating his cousin Warren Davis’ success with Drogheda United. But it wasn’t just about family pride.

Moments later, he set the football world buzzing with a simple yet audacious question, “How much is it to buy a League of Ireland team?” Then, as if one wasn’t enough, he doubled down, “I might buy two.”

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From conquering the UFC to launching his own whiskey brand, the Irishman thinks big. So why not football? Interestingly, McGregor’s timing couldn’t be better. Talks of billionaires diving into football ownership have been heating up.

Elon Musk, one of the world’s richest men, has reportedly expressed interest in buying Liverpool FC. His father, Errol Musk, recently spoke to Kait Borsay on ‘Times Radio and revealed that the Tesla CEO would “like to” own the iconic club, citing family ties to Liverpool and even a connection to The Beatles!

So, is this just another McGregor flex, or could we actually see him as a club owner? His original post has since been deleted, but that doesn’t mean the idea is dead. Would his presence elevate Irish football? Would he bring his signature bravado to the world of club ownership? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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Dushyant Patni is a Senior UFC Writer at EssentiallySports, bringing over eight years of diverse writing experience and a Master’s in English Literature to the fight game. For the past two years, he has been a key figure at the ES Fight Night Desk, covering live MMA action with a sharp eye for subtle in-round details that often escape casual viewers. A lifelong combat sports enthusiast, Dushyant’s passion spans boxing, Bruce Lee’s martial arts philosophy, PRIDE FC’s golden era, and modern-day UFC.

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