The famous American content creator IShowSpeed has become one of the most prominent fan figures in the 2026 World Cup, not because of the football he plays, but because of the funny situations he creates off the pitch.

Since the start of the tournament, Speed has dreamed of seeing his favorite star Cristiano Ronaldo lift the World Cup, and he has expressed his unwavering support for him and the Portuguese national team through his live streams and videos watched by millions.

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But his dream ended with Portugal's elimination from the tournament, shifting his attention to the Argentine national team, as he now openly declares his wish for Lionel Messi not to win a new world title, continuing the famous fan rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi enthusiasts. This coincided with a wave of jokes on social media platforms, after Speed’s name became linked to the elimination of several teams he declared support for, leading fans to nickname him the 'World Cup Jinx,' a sarcastic reference within the realm of humor. Today, as the World Cup final approaches, Speed is back in the spotlight, not for his technical predictions, but because fans are wondering: Will his wish for Messi not to be crowned come true, or will the Argentine captain continue to write history and add a new world title to his career? Between jokes and fan rivalry, Speed remains one of the most influential figures in sports content creation, to the point that his statements and support have become part of the fan scene accompanying the World Cup.