Cristiano Ronaldo superfan iShowSpeed went viral on social media after claiming that he would become a Lionel Messi fan if the Argentine scored from the free kick for Inter Miami vs Cruz Azul. The former Barcelona star scored in the 94th minute to seal the win for the MLS side at home on his debut.
Speed was at the DRV PNK Stadium on Friday night when Messi made his debut for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul. The self-proclaimed #1 fan of Ronaldo claimed that he would be switching alliances to Messi if the Argentine scored from the free kick in injury time.
The social media influencer was heard saying:
The Inter Miami star scored seconds later, and Speed removed his Portugal shirt with Ronaldo written at the back to reveal the Messi #10 Miami kit underneath.
Cristiano Ronaldo superfan iShowSpeed revealed earlier this year that he has been restricted on Instagram by Lionel Messi. In his YouTube video, the influencer claimed that he could not follow the Argentine nor send him a message, like the other accounts on the social media network.
He said in his video:
Speed added:
Cristiano Ronaldo met Speed earlier this summer after the social media influencer tried and failed to meet his idol multiple times last season. He was also infamously invited by Sky Sports for a Manchester United match, but the Portuguese star was not in the squad, leading to a meltdown live on television from the influencer.
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