'Madman' McGregor enrages Arsenal.

Conor McGregor engaged in excessive physical contact, seemingly beyond normal playful banter, with Bukayo Saka during the 7th round of the Premier League on October 5th.

McGregor appeared at the Emirates Stadium when Arsenal came from behind to beat Southampton 3-1 on October 5th. The "Madman" of the UFC world walked onto the pitch after the match, joking with Saka. However, the Irish fighter then unexpectedly started punching and kicking the Arsenal star.

Initially, Saka was quite relaxed with McGregor. However, after the "Madman" landed several kicks to Saka's body, the Arsenal star seemed visibly worried and uncomfortable. McGregor even threw a powerful kick that forced Saka to use his hand to block.

The Irish fighter then even attempted to wrestle Saka to the ground. McGregor's actions angered Arsenal, who believed his behavior could have injured Saka.

With the season entering its crucial stage, Saka – Arsenal's most important asset – needs protection. McGregor's behavior is considered by Arsenal to be unserious and potentially harmful to the player.

According to The Guardian , the Emirates Stadium management will tighten regulations regarding players interacting with fans after matches. Arsenal wants to avoid a repeat of McGregor's behavior towards Saka.

Saka provided two assists and scored one goal to help Arsenal come from behind to beat Southampton 3-1. He is currently the most valuable player at the Gunners.

Meanwhile, McGregor is also the most talked-about fighter in the UFC, due to his somewhat outrageous statements and actions. McGregor was ranked by Forbes as the world's highest-earning athlete in 2021, with $180 million . The 35-year-old star hasn't competed since July 2021, when he suffered an ankle injury and then lost to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.

Source: https://znews.vn/ga-dien-mcgregor-khien-arsenal-phan-no-post1502765.html