IShowSpeed has scored a major placement on the FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album, marking one of the most unexpected entries in the tournament’s musical history.
The popular streamer, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., received direct confirmation from the official FIFA World Cup account that his new song “Champions” (also referred to as “World Cup (Champions)”) has been added to the star-studded compilation. In a now-viral moment from his June 3 livestream, Speed opened a direct message that read: “We heard it. We liked it. It’s on the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album.”
Speed reacted with his signature unfiltered energy, screaming in celebration and quickly rebranding his stream title to reflect the news.
The track, released just days ago on June 1, serves as a follow-up to his 2022 viral hit “World Cup,” which has surpassed 200 million YouTube views. The new 4:15 song, produced with collaborators including Doobie, Newton and RiotUSA, leans heavily into Speed’s chaotic, high-octane style — complete with ad-libs, football chants and relentless hype energy.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Album, set for release on June 5 ahead of the tournament’s June 11 kickoff across the United States, Canada and Mexico, represents FIFA’s largest music project to date. “Champions” will join a global lineup that includes:
- “Goals” by LISA of BLACKPINK, Anitta and Rema
- “Dai Dai” by Shakira and Burna Boy
- “Game Time” by Future and Tyla
as well as contributions from Major Lazer, Davido, Nelly Furtado, Jessie Reyez, Daddy Yankee and others.
Speed’s inclusion marks a notable crossover success, taking a creator who built his career through loud, unpredictable livestreams and placing him on the same official project as some of the music industry’s biggest global stars. The 2026 tournament’s official album continues FIFA’s tradition of pairing the world’s biggest sporting event with ambitious, cross-genre music campaigns.
Early fan reactions suggest “Champions” could become a stadium-ready anthem, particularly among supporters of Portugal — Speed’s frequently declared favorite national team.
Pre-save links for the album are already live on major platforms including Spotify and Apple Music.
