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YouTuber and a social media sensation, IShowSpeed is very well known for his fandom for Cristiano Ronaldo. Speed’s rise to fame is said to be fueled by his unapologetic passion for Ronaldo, whose “Siuuu” celebration he has adopted as a signature catchphrase. His presence at the MLS All-Star Week, held at Austin FC’s Q2 Stadium, hosting the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge has been reportedly transformed into a viral spectacle, featuring league’s biggest names including Inter Miami’s Jordi Alba and Real Salt Lake’s Diego Luna.
In a recent video which is getting viral on social media, IShowSpeed has shared his ambition of a collaborative Nike shoe with his idol, Cristiano Ronaldo. He made the bold declaration during a media interaction before the Skills Challenge. Speed expressed his dream of collaborating with Ronaldo on a Nike shoe, a vision that aligns with his long-standing admiration for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
“Nike Speed x CR7 boot,” said a post on X, capturing Speed’s enthusiasm as he outlined his goal to create a signature sneaker with Ronaldo, who has been a Nike ambassador since 2003. This statement has ignited excitement among fans and sparked speculation about a potential partnership between the internet’s most prominent Ronaldo fan and the football icon.
In 2023 Speed was gifted a pair of Cristiano Ronaldo-themed Nike Air Max shoes
IShowSpeed’s history with Ronaldo-themed Nike products adds weight to his ambition. In 2023, Speed was gifted a rare pair of Cristiano Ronaldo-themed Nike Air Max shoes, that moment reportedly left him visibly emotional, and later showcased the Nike Mercurial Dream Speed 6 boots with CR7 initials on his stream, exclaiming, “We got CR7 boots! W Nike in the chat.” The prospect of a Speed-Ronaldo Nike collaboration has historical precedent in their growing connection. In January 2025, Ronaldo wished Speed a happy 20th birthday on Instagram, commenting, “Happy Birthday, Speed! Hope your day was great. Stay wild and fast!”
Speed’s presence drew comparisons to his earlier encounters with football’s elite, including a viral moment at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup where he wore a Ronaldo shirt but was playfully rebuffed by Sergio Aguero when seeking to meet Lionel Messi. Speed’s appearance at the MLS All-Star Week held at Austin FC’s Q2 Stadium, has been a highlight on social media, where he competed alongside MLS and Liga MX stars in the Skills Challenge on July 22, ahead of the All-Star Game on July 23.
