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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Brittney Donovan

Fifa issues statement on IShowSpeed fan confrontation at Argentina World Cup match

  • FIFA has launched an investigation into a confrontation involving streamer IShowSpeed and a fan at a World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami on July 3, 2026.
  • During a livestream, IShowSpeed, who is Black, was seemingly told by a fan in Spanish to "go cry to the zoo," an incident FIFA strongly condemns as racism and discrimination.
  • "FIFA strongly condemns racism, hate and discrimination in all forms. These actions have no place in football, at the FIFA World Cup, or anywhere in society," FIFA said in a statement on Tuesday.
  • "FIFA was made aware of an incident involving a supporter and #IShowSpeed at Miami Stadium during the Argentina vs Cabo Verde match on 3 July 2026 and immediately initiated an investigation.
  • "The FIFA World Cup is a celebration of unity, diversity and respect. It brings together people, cultures and communities from around the world, and anyone who acts in a manner that undermines these values is not welcome in our game."

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Fifa condemns racist abuse toward IShowSpeed at World Cup match

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