The Irishman was invited to the Moscow showpiece by Vladimir Putin as France defeated Croatia 4-2 on Sunday
Conor McGregor hailed Russia president Vladimir Putin as “one of the greatest leaders of our time” after the UFC star was a guest at the World Cup final.
McGregor was invited to the Moscow showpiece by Putin as France lifted the trophy for a second time thanks to a 4-2 win over Croatia on Sunday.
And the Irish fighter used Instagram to thank Putin following the conclusion of the tournament in Russia.
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“Today I was invited to the World Cup final as a guest of Russian president Vladimir Putin,” McGregor wrote after posting a photo alongside Putin.
“This man is one of the greatest leaders of our time and I was honored to attend such a landmark event alongside him.
Earlier, McGregor – who is reportedly nearing a return to the octagon – wrote: “Enjoying the World Cup final in Russia. A truly amazing spectacle.”