World Cup 2026: FIFA condemns racist abuse directed at IShowSpeed during Argentina-Cape Verde match

FIFA has released a statement condemning the racist abuse directed at streamer IShowSpeed during last week's Argentina-Cape Verde Round of 32 World Cup match in Miami.

Speed, who has over 56 million YouTube subscribers and over 4.1 million followers on X, was streaming live from the game at Hard Rock Stadium while wearing a Cape Verde jersey. A fan near him in the stands used a racial slur and told him to "go home." A fan was also heard telling the streamer to "go cry at the zoo."

"FIFA strongly condemns racism, hate and discrimination in all forms. These actions have no place in football, at the FIFA World Cup, or anywhere in society," FIFA said in a statement on Tuesday.

"FIFA was made aware of an incident involving a supporter and #IShowSpeed at Miami Stadium during the Argentina vs Cabo Verde match on 3 July 2026 and immediately initiated an investigation.

"The FIFA World Cup is a celebration of unity, diversity and respect. It brings together people, cultures and communities from around the world, and anyone who acts in a manner that undermines these values is not welcome in our game."

Speed's livestream of the match ended after Argentina's 3-2 win in extra time. He was filmed walking through the concourse and out of the stadium while being escorted by several bodyguards as interested fans walked behind him hoping for an interaction.