VIDEO: A self-proclaimed fan, Khabib admires Ronaldo Fenômeno at ceremony: 'Childhood hero'

Khabib poses with Ronaldo at an event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

A very special meeting took place during the 'World Sports Summit 2025'. At the ceremony held last Monday (29), in Dubai (UAE), Khabib Nurmagomedov, a self-proclaimed fan of Ronaldo Nazário, 'The Phenomenon', expressed all his admiration on stage.

The unusual moment was shared by the UFC Hall of Famer himself on his official Instagram account. In the recording, Khabib, in the audience, repeatedly asked Ronaldo to kick a ball for him. Then, the Brazilian star, who made his mark on football pitches around the world, fulfilled the Russian's request.

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Proudly, Khabib raised the ball as if it were a UFC belt and was applauded. Furthermore, the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) received two VIP tickets to the 2026 World Cup from Gianni Infantino, FIFA president. Radiant, 'The Eagle' described the episode as an 'incredible experience', thanked Ronaldo and made a point of praising him, calling him his 'childhood hero'.

Football fan

This wasn't the first time Khabib Nurmagomedov He expressed his admiration for Ronaldo Fenômeno. Furthermore, the MMA legend is a football fan and follows the sport. The Russian often plays football in his free time, attends important matches around the world, and is friends with several star players.

Watch the interaction between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Ronaldo Fenômeno.

 

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