The world-famous football player became an MMA fighter, and Khabib immediately grabbed his phone.

29.04.2025 15:00

World-renowned former footballer Patrice Evra will step into the ring on May 23 in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov spoke with the famous left-back Evra over the phone and expressed that he could assist the former footballer in his new fighting career.

World-renowned footballer Patrice Evra, who retired from the field in 2019, is preparing to step into the ring. Patrice Evra will enter the ring on May 23 in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Before the start of his MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) career, Evra had a surprise phone call.

PHONE CALL FROM KHABIB TO EVRA

Former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov had a phone conversation with Evra. Khabib expressed that he could help Evra in his new fighting career.

Evra responded positively to Khabib, saying, "I need to take this seriously. You know how much respect I have for the sport. That's why I need to train with you because I want to learn the best from you."

'I WILL TEACH YOU HOW TO BREAK PEOPLE APART'

Khabib replied to Evra, saying, "I've told you many times. Send me your location, I will find you. Send me your location, tell me where you are! You need to be ready when I see you, that's it! I will take care of the other things. I will teach you how to break people apart. I just want you to improve yourself, nothing else. It's great to see you. I hope you will finally send me your location and then we will train together."

FOOTBALL CAREER

Evra, who played for teams like Manchester United and Juventus during his career, appeared in 725 matches. The star player scored 20 goals and provided 40 assists in these matches. Evra put an end to his football career in 2019.