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Conor McGregor 'puts on astonishing £51k Cristiano Ronaldo Euro 2024 bet'

18 June 2024 , 22:56
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MMA hero saw the legend get off to a shaky start as Portugal edged out the Czech Republic
MMA hero saw the legend get off to a shaky start as Portugal edged out the Czech Republic

CONOR McGREGOR might already be worried after sharing his astonishing Euro 2024 bet on Cristiano Ronaldo.

The UFC icon could be sharing his tears too next month unless the Portugal record-beaker improves on his start in Germany!

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Conor McGregor reveals just how big he has gone on Cristiano Ronaldo
McGregor and Ronaldo watched boxing together in Saudi Arabia
McGregor and Ronaldo watched boxing together in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
Ronaldo shows his frustration as he failed to score vs the Czech Republic
Ronaldo shows his frustration as he failed to score vs the Czech RepublicCredit: Getty

"Notorious" posted on social media his $60,000 (£50,745) wager backing Ronaldo to win the Golden Boot, with £761,310 winnings at stake.

So the Irishman must have been punching the air in frustration when the 39-year-old hit the bar but failed to net against the Czech Republic.

Portugal, however, roared back to triumph 2-1 in their group opener.

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That means Roberto Martinez's men are looking good to justify their status as one of the pre-tournament favourites.

An extended run should mean more game-time for Ronaldo - and more hope for McGregor, who sat ringside with the ex-Manchester United hero at boxing in Saudi Arabia last December.

The former UFC featherweight and lightweight king shared his bet with fans and added the words: "60 G’s on @Cristiano to retain his Euro Golden Boot. Siuuu!"

"Great start," posted one fan ruefully after Ronaldo's goalless first match.

"Game recognises game," said another - but other viewers teased Notorious over his faltering flutter.

The fight legend will be hoping for a fistful of cash at the end of the Euros
The fight legend will be hoping for a fistful of cash at the end of the EurosCredit: Getty

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McGregor's frustration at Ron's blank night won't compare to the 35-year-old's annoyance at injury halting his octagon return.

The MMA star was due to tackle Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 in Las Vegas on June 29 McGregor might now have to wait until September to fight once more.

McGregor and Ronaldo went viral last year after their ringside Riyadh encounter.

Their chat, comparing watches, captivated viewers.

Now Notorious must hope time is not up for Ron when it comes to goalscoring feats.

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The former Real Madrid and Juventus frontman already has a Euros record haul of 14 goals and is now in his sixth such finals.

Ian Tuckey

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