Brazil icon Ronaldo Nazario jokingly told IShowSpeed that he would need 50 years of training before he could play at a FIFA World Cup tournament. The hilarious exchange happened while the streamer broadcasted live during Brazil’s 2026 World Cup opener against Morocco.
It was yet another star-studded evening experience for IShowSpeed, who not only met O Fenomeno at the Met Life Stadium but also linked up with several Brazilian legends, including Kaka and Roberto Carlos.
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In a clip shared on X (formerly Twitter), the YouTube sensation warmly greeted Kaka, with the pair exchanging a hug and a handshake. He then walked over to Nazario, and the two also exchanged pleasantries.
When quizzed by the 1997 and 2002 Ballon d’Or winner whether he trains, Speed gave an affirmative response, showing off his physique before asking if he stood a chance of playing at the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
“You need more time. You need 50 years,” De Lima responded. “50 years to learn how to play. I know you’re fast.”
In another viral moment, De Lima was seen jokingly suggesting that Speed take a blood test to prove that his physique is natural.
IShowSpeed has become popular among football fans and players despite not playing the sport. The American-born came into the limelight after his first meeting with Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo in 2023. Since that time, Speed has linked up with several football stars and has become a fan favorite for his chaotic and explosive energy.
IShowSpeed’s ‘World Cup (Champions)’ song added to FIFA World Cup 2026 album
IShowSpeed’s popularity in the football landscape reached a new height after FIFA added his song ‘World Cup (Champions)’ to the track list for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Official Album. The song was lined up among 18 tracks, with FIFA confirming the move on June 3 on its official website.
Speed released the song on June 1, 2026, in anticipation of the 2026 World Cup as an unofficial anthem. In the music video, the 21-year-old wore a Cristiano Ronaldo Portugal national team jersey.
After releasing the song, Speed tagged FIFA’s official account on X asking if the governing body could make it official. The streamer’s bold move did not fall on deaf ears, with FIFA responding:
“we will be in touch.”
FIFA subsequently reached out to Speed, telling him they heard his song, liked it, and have added it to the World Cup 2026 Album.
Edited by Ezekiel Olamide