Popular streamer IShowSpeed has been spotted at both the stadium and fan fest, drawing crowds wherever he goes.
Speed surprised Houston fans during the first week of matches in Houston as he cheered for his favorite soccer star, Cristiano Ronaldo.
He also attended Argentina vs. Austria in Dallas on Monday, when he witnessed Lionel Messi scoring his record-breaking goal. As fans mocked the streamer for celebrating the Messi goal during his Monday stream, Speed told fans he was headed back to Houston on Tuesday as Portugal takes on Uzbekistan at noon.
IShowSpeed, also known as Speed, is a 21-year-old U.S. streamer from Detroit who has gained millions of followers for his online content.
Speed has a following of more than 100 million across social media platforms, including 5.1 million on Twitch, the streaming app he uses. Speed’s content includes soccer and Ronaldo fandom, competitive footraces, world travel and warrior-style challenges.
He first streaming from his home and built a large following with reaction videos and comedic content.
Speed is known around the world for visiting multiple countries and showcasing his support for soccer. After Portugal became part of Houston’s FIFA World Cup Group K, many knew Speed would be coming to support Ronaldo, who the streamer frequently refers to as the “GOAT,” greatest soccer player of all time.
Speed has attended several matches and appeared on the main stage at Fan Fest, surprising fans while streaming on Fox One. The creator has a deal with the YouTube-available streaming service, where he appears on camera during the World Cup.
This is not Speed’s first appearance in Houston. He visited the city during his 35-day U.S. tour last year, making stops at restaurants such as Juliet, Honey Hole and Trill Burgers.
Fans can watch Speed’s streams, including his experience at Portugal’s match at Houston Stadium Tuesday, on Twitch by searching for the creator’s name on the platform.