IShowSpeed's New World Cup Song Goes Viral as Fans Call for It to Become the Official WC–Anthem
With the 2026 World Cup drawing closer, IShowSpeed has released another unofficial World Cup anthem.
His new track, "World Cup (Champions)," racked up more than four million views on YouTube within just 19 hours and quickly spread across multiple social media platforms.
The response has been overwhelmingly positive. Many fans have even argued that FIFA should consider making the song the official anthem of the 2026 World Cup.
Why Fans Love The Song
According to the community, the track perfectly captures the atmosphere of a World Cup tournament. Throughout the song, Speed references numerous participating nations and puts the spotlight on the global football culture that makes the event so special.
Fans particularly praise the chorus, saying it focuses on World Cup excitement rather than mainstream pop trends. As a result, many listeners have compared it to iconic tournament songs from the 2010s, including "Waka Waka" and "Wavin' Flag."
Comments claiming that the song feels more authentic, more fan–focused, and even better than recent FIFA anthems have become common across social media.
Criticism Still Exists, Not Everyone Is Convinced
Some critics argue that the song is too simple and follows a formula similar to the World Cup track Speed released in 2022. Others feel that it relies too heavily on football clichés and lacks anything particularly innovative from a musical standpoint.
Several users have suggested that the music video and Speed's massive audience deserve more credit for the song's success than the track itself.
From Gaming Streamer To Global Football Personality
IShowSpeed originally built his audience through gaming content but quickly became associated with football through his viral Cristiano Ronaldo obsession and football–related memes.
Over time, his content expanded far beyond gaming. Collaborations with major creators, international travel, and real-life streams became central parts of his brand.
Today, he regularly attends major football matches around the world, meets stars such as Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo, and continues to immerse himself in football culture. During the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, he streamed live from the tournament and documented the experience for millions of viewers.
His evolution as a creator and his genuine connection to football fans are major reasons why the song resonates so strongly with his audience. Many fans feel that the track captures the emotional side of the sport in a way that some official FIFA music projects have struggled to do.
With his global reach and growing presence within football culture, Speed has established himself as one of the internet's most recognizable football personalities despite never playing professionally.
While "World Cup (Champions)" is not an official FIFA anthem, it may already be one of the most viral World Cup songs released ahead of the tournament. More importantly, it demonstrates just how influential IShowSpeed has become within modern football culture.
