What happened: Posting from his @TeamKhabib account, Khabib Nurmagomedov thanked Atletico Madrid for an invitation and a club shirt, calling it an 'amazing experience and atmosphere.' The message tagged the club's main and English-language accounts and included a photo from the visit.

Why it matters: The post drew light-hearted ribbing from fans, with one reply noting he had previously been thought of as a Real Madrid supporter — a nod to the city's enduring rivalry. The exchange fits a pattern of Atletico Madrid leaning into playful social engagement, this time courting a global combat-sports star rather than trading jabs with a rival.

What to watch: Watch whether the club shares its own images of the visit and whether the cross-sport tie-in extends to any matchday appearance.