American internet personality IShowSpeed has made history after becoming the first content creator to perform at a FIFA World Cup final closing ceremony.
The YouTube star, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., performed his song “World Cup (Champions)” during the closing ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium.
His appearance marked a milestone for digital creators, making him the first content creator to perform at football’s biggest event.
Known for his football content and livestreams, IShowSpeed has built a massive global following, with his passion for the sport leading to collaborations with several top football stars.
Fans inside the stadium cheered during the performance, while clips quickly spread across social media, with many praising FIFA for giving a content creator a place on one of the world’s biggest sporting stages.
The performance adds another major achievement to IShowSpeed’s career as he continues to expand from livestreaming into music and mainstream entertainment.