Former UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov’s fans know about the Dagestani’s love for football and the renowned football club Real Madrid.
“The Eagle” was recently in attendance for the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan in Munich, Germany.
Paris Saint-Germain emerged victorious with a dominant 5-0 score.
Khabib Nurmagomedov Avoids a Handshake With Kate Abdo
Khabib Nurmagomedov appeared to have a fun time at the UEFA Champions League final. The former champion interacted with several celebrities and had playful banter with them.
But one moment featuring Nurmagomedov that went viral on social media was during his time on the CBS Sports Golazo broadcast desk. “The Eagle” joined Jamie Carragher, Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry and Micah Richards for a discussion.
When Nurmagomedov joined the desk, Abdo offered her a handshake, but “The Eagle” politely refused. Clips of the interaction started doing the rounds on the internet.
One such clip caught the attention of former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen, who reacted to it on X. In his post, “The American Gangster” labelled Nurmagomedov’s actions as “honorable.”
“Some guys come as advertised. Honorable,” Sonnen wrote.
Some guys come as advertised. Honorable. https://t.co/e8qJ28OXuN
— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) June 2, 2025
Another video featuring Nurmagomedov that went viral was his interaction with popular YouTuber and content creator IShowSpeed.
Nurmagomedov claimed that although the YouTuber was better at running, the Dagestani possessed a higher IQ about football.
“I’m gonna be humble. I think [IShowSpeed] is better than me [in] running, but football IQ? I’m much better,” Nurmagomedov said.
In response, IShowSpeed criticized Nurmagomedov’s football skills and hailed himself to be the better player.
Nurmagomedov responded by jokingly warning IShowSpeed to be careful with his comments.
“Don’t forget, between us, there is nobody right now,” Nurmagomedov said. “Now you in my world right now, understand? But you can talk, freedom of speech, let’s go.”
Khabib had the whole CBS crew SHOOK 😭
“Don’t forget, between us is nobody right now. Now you in my world.”
🎥 @CBSSportsGolazo pic.twitter.com/FHWHAHz2QG
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) May 31, 2025
Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Coach Speaks About “The Eagle” Possibly Doing “The Ultimate Fighter”
For years, fans had wished to see a clash between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Tony Ferguson inside the Octagon. But the matchup never became a reality.
But an idea has been floated about pitting the two against each other as rival coaches on the UFC’s cult show, “The Ultimate Fighter.”
Nurmagomedov’s coach, Javier Mendez, recently spoke about the scenario and whether it could become a reality.
“The only way I see this happening is if Khabib has the time and the desire to do it,” Mendez said. “He’s so busy. I don’t get to see the guy… He has many things he’s doing and he’s a great businessman, a great father… So, he has many things on his plate. So, if it’s on his radar, and this is what he wants to do, and it’s offered to him, him and Tony would be unbelievable. We’d love to see it.”