Darren “IShowSpeed”Watkins, a prominent YouTube streamer, has carved a niche for himself in the realms of gaming and football. Renowned for his deep admiration of Cristiano Ronaldo, Speed has captivated millions with his energetic streams and his well-known “Sewey”celebration, inspired by the football superstar. Looking ahead, Speed has ambitious plans to host a second edition of his highly-anticipated 1v1 football tournament in Brazil, a country famed for its passionate love of the sport.
The announcement surfaced during a live stream session on March 16, 2025, when a fan inquired about the upcoming tournament. Although there were suggestions to host the event in Algeria, Speed dismissed these ideas, expressing his desire to first experience the country through his typical in-real-life (IRL) streaming style, akin to his adventures in Europe and Southeast Asia:
“Yes, chat I will host another 1v1 football tournament, uhm (Reading chat) In Algeria? No, I’m not gonna do Algeria yet, I gotta do my tour there, I gotta actually stream in Algeria.”
Shortly afterward, Speed confirmed his plans for Brazil:
“But chat, I’m thinking about going to Brazil for the next 1v1 football tournament, I’m thinking about going to Brazil. I’m doing one in Brazil. Is that a W or an L?”
For perspective, Speed’s inaugural 1v1 tournament took place in London, just two days prior to the Sidemen Charity Match at Wembley Stadium on March 8, 2025. This event, in collaboration with the YouTube channel Top Baller, featured a substantial cash prize of $20,000. Interestingly, despite his status as a streamer, Speed participated in the tournament only to be outperformed by local competitors.
Exploring IShowSpeed’s Connections to Brazil
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IShowSpeed has visited Brazil on two noteworthy occasions, in January and February 2024, embracing the country’s vibrant football culture and traditions.
His January tour was a comprehensive exploration, during which he engaged with local communities, streamed from a favela in Rio de Janeiro, and donated money to children. Speed even collaborated with Brazilian rapper MC Davi to release a diss track aimed at Lionel Messi, positioning his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo, as the superior player.
Speed returned in February 2024 to partake in the iconic Brazilian Carnival, where he, along with the controversial internet personality Yung Filly, enjoyed a double date with two Brazilian locals.
In a notable achievement, IShowSpeed recently made headlines by scoring the decisive penalty in the Sidemen Charity Match held on March 8, attracting an impressive audience of 90,000. This goal marked his first-ever contribution in a Charity Match, contributing to the victory of his team, the YouTube AllStars.