PARIS, FRANCE: Prominent YouTuber IShowSpeed was present at the Ballon d'Or awards ceremony on October 30. He broadcasted the event live on his YouTube channel and shared his thoughts on Lionel Messi's victory.
Notably, Speed is recognized for his unique reactions during live streams, including his distinctive 'barking' sound which he uses to express both excitement and frustration. Following one of these reactions, he inadvertently seemed to overlook Messi's wife, Antonella Roccuzzo, when he approached her for a photo.
Continue reading to discover IShowSpeed's precise reaction and learn how fans responded to the YouTuber. Additionally, you'll find detailed information about his interaction with Messi's wife.
How did IShowSpeed react to Lionel Messi's award Ballon d'Or?
During the 'IRL Ballon d'Or stream', YouTube sensation IShowSpeed strongly advocated for Cristiano Ronaldo or Erling Haaland to win the 2023 Ballon d'Or award over Lionel Messi. Analyzing Speed's reaction, it became clear that he believed neither Messi nor Ronaldo should be the recipient. It's noteworthy to mention that Speed was convinced that Ronaldo would win the Ballon d'Or, even though Ronaldo wasn't among the nominees.
He asserted, "Either Ronaldo or Haaland is going to win." When faced with the choice between Messi and Haaland, he stated, "I'm picking Haaland, Haaland got the treble, bro Haaland's going crazy this year, I'm going to have to go Haaland."
Following the announcement of Lionel Messi as the Ballon d'Or winner, IShowSpeed expressed visible disappointment, unable to accept the outcome as he was convinced that Ronaldo would clinch the award.
He stood at the forefront, hands on his head, eyes and mouth wide open, exclaiming, "Oh Bro, What! What! No! Ronaldo Bro!"
He then let out a series of barks and sat down in the chair, visibly expressing his dismay for his idol, Ronaldo.
After viewing the video, the internet labeled Speed as a clown, deeming his reaction the "cringiest" and causing fans to burst into laughter.
One fan said, "This is the cringiest thing I’ve ever seen."
Another fan wrote, "He made everyone stand up unintentionally ???"
While one fan said, "Serious joker," another user said, "Why did France Football invite such a clown to the award? It's just embarrassing to watch."
One user stated, "Clown this one."
Lionel Messi’s wife Antonella Roccuzzo ignores IShowSpeed
After the winning moment, IShowSpeed approached Lionel Messi's wife, Antonella Roccuzzo, and politely requested a photograph during the Ballon d'Or awards ceremony. This interaction was captured and shared by a fan account dedicated to IShowSpeed on Twitter, along with a caption that read, "WATCH: Lionel Messi's wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, ignored Speed when he asked for a picture."
In the video clip, Speed can be seen holding his phone and gesturing towards Messi's wife, asking if they could take a picture. He pointed to the phone and asked, "Can we take a picture? A picture?"
When Messi's wife did not respond, Speed appeared visibly disappointed and saddened by the lack of acknowledgment. He lowered his head in disappointment.
