What did you think of Conor McGregor's promo before the game?

It was meant to stir the blood before kick-off and did exactly that for many, many viewers.

What did you think of Conor McGregor's promo before the game?

RTÉ’s coverage of Ireland first game against Sweden is dividing opinion before a ball has been kicked.

The national broadcaster aired a promo by MMA star Conor McGregor in the build-up to the game.

Check it out here if you missed it.

The UFC star praised the experience of the Ireland team, saying: “These young pups you are going up against were still in nappies when you were knee-deep in the trenches”.

It was meant to stir the blood before kick-off and did exactly that for many, many viewers.

But some others weren’t so keen.

What do you reckon, did it get you pumped for the game?

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