IShowSpeed performs official World Cup song at closing ceremony in New York

Published Jul 19, 06:03 PM UTC

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On July 19, 2026, ahead of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New York, internet star IShowSpeed (Darren Watkins Jr.) performed the official World Cup song 'World Cup (Champions)' at the closing ceremony. The 21-year-old streamer, who has over 111 million followers across platforms, is known for his chaotic live streams and passion for Cristiano Ronaldo. The ceremony also featured performances by Post Malone, Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini, and Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, who sang the US national anthem. The show, produced by Balich Wonder Studio, marked the conclusion of the largest World Cup ever, with 48 nations participating.

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BILD - SportWestern

Original headline: Internet-Gigant eröffnet Final-Party - ER hat mehr als 100 Millionen Follower!

Original language: DE

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