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Gică Popescu gained attention after appearing in the background of a photo with UFC fighters Khabib Nurmagomedov and Arman Tsarukyan during El Clasico. The former Barcelona captain attended the match on October 25, 2026, and his presence was quickly noted by Romanian fans. The image sparked humorous comments on social media, highlighting Popescu's significance in Romanian football. While Khabib and Tsarukyan were the main focus, many fans expressed pride in Popescu's presence. The match ended with Real Madrid defeating Barcelona 2-1, with notable performances from Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham. Popescu's attendance was part of Barcelona's invitation to former club legends.