$\'In 2030, I\'ll be playing for Ghana, USA, or Portugal\' â?? iShowSpeed hilariously eyes World Cup spot$

'In 2030, I'll be playing for Ghana, USA, or Portugal' â?? iShowSpeed hilariously eyes World Cup spot

Sat 13th Jun, 2026 21:58

Popular streamer iShowSpeed has once again captured the internet's attention, this time with a bold â€” and clearly humorous â€” declaration that he will be playing at the 2030 FIFA World Cup for either Ghana, the United States, or Portugal.

The 21-year-old, who has amassed millions of followers online, made the comments during a livestream where he reflected on his rapid rise from streaming at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar to now being a global internet sensation.

"Four years ago, I was 17 and streaming at the World Cup. Now I'm 21, and I will be 25 in the next World Cup. In 2030, I'll be playing in the World Cup for Ghana, USA, or Portugal," he said.

For context, iShowSpeed (real name Darren Watkins Jr.) was born in the United States, making him eligible to represent the USMNT. His connection to Ghana, however, comes from his highly publicised Africa tour, during which he visited the country, embraced the local culture, and was given a Ghanaian name. He has since developed a strong affinity for Ghana, often showing love for the Black Stars and the nation's football culture. His mention of Portugal is a nod to his allâ€‘time football idol, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The streamer has frequently expressed his admiration for Ronaldo, often donning Portugal jerseys during streams and celebrating the forward's goals with unbridled passion.

While Speed has shown genuine interest in football â€” training with professional clubs, featuring in charity matches, and even participating in penalty shootouts against former pros â€” his World Cup ambitions are clearly delivered in jest. Yet, as with many of his antics, fans have run with the idea, flooding social media with memes and mock announcements of his impending call-up.

Whether the streamer ever trades his microphone for a pair of boots remains a punchline. But if there's one thing iShowSpeed has proved, it's that he knows how to stay in the spotlight â€” on and off the pitch.

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