I Show Speed Shows Up in Ronaldo Shirt, Gets Ignored by Messi at Inter Miami Match
A Viral Moment of Football and Fan Culture Collision
The Event
During the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between Inter Miami and Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, American YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed stirred headlines not for his antics—but for an awkward encounter with Lionel Messi.
A Bold Outfit Choice
IShowSpeed, known for his energetic personality and obsession with football stars, arrived at the match wearing a T-shirt featuring Cristiano Ronaldo’s image. The move was bold, especially since Messi, Ronaldo’s long-time rival, was playing in the match.
The Encounter That Went Viral
While in the player tunnel, Speed ran into Sergio Agüero, former Argentine striker and Messi’s close friend. Hoping for an introduction to the football icon, Speed asked Agüero to help him meet Messi. But Agüero jokingly refused, pointing out that Speed was wearing a Ronaldo shirt—adding fuel to the friendly rivalry narrative.
Moments later, as Messi passed by in the tunnel, Speed called out to him multiple times. But Messi, without a glance, walked by, engaging instead with legends like Pepe and Youri Djorkaeff. The snub was captured on video, and the clip quickly went viral.
Messi’s Silence = Internet Buzz
The internet erupted when the clip of Messi seemingly ignoring IShowSpeed was posted on Instagram. Speed’s caption—“Messi aired me”—fueled fan reactions worldwide. The video gathered millions of views and likes, becoming one of the most shared moments of the day.
Match Recap
Despite the off-field drama, the game itself ended 0–0, with neither team able to find the net. Both Messi and players from Al Ahly had chances, including a penalty attempt and shots that hit the post. The match was competitive, but the highlight for many remained the Messi-Speed tunnel moment.
About IShowSpeed
IShowSpeed—real name Darren Watkins Jr.—is a U.S.-based content creator who skyrocketed to fame for his eccentric gaming and football-related streams. His fandom for Ronaldo is widely known and has earned him global attention among football audiences, especially younger fans.
Why It Mattered
This moment wasn’t just about a missed handshake—it symbolized how modern fandom, celebrity culture, and sports icons interact in today’s digital age. IShowSpeed’s bold display of loyalty to Ronaldo in front of Messi sparked laughter, debates, and plenty of memes online.
