Ibrahimovic Calls Out IShowSpeed for Ignoring Messages: “Players Made You Famous”

Football legend Zlatan Ibrahimović recently called out American streamer IShowSpeed for not responding to his Instagram messages, sparking lively discussions among fans. In a viral clip recorded while IShowSpeed was with Paul Pogba, Ibrahimović humorously yet pointedly confronted the streamer, saying, “Footballers made you famous; now you think you’re more famous than them.”

🚨| WATCH: Paul Pogba just called Zlatan Ibrahimović, and Zlatan confronted Speed for ignoring his DMs on Instagram 😭😭🤣 pic.twitter.com/zCsvBfFQR1

— Speedy HQ (@IShowSpeedHQ) July 20, 2025

IShowSpeed is a prominent figure in the new wave of online content creators. His in-real-life (IRL) streaming style relies on reactions and expressions that cross language barriers. Speed’s rise to fame is fueled by viral moments and collaborations with well-known personalities, especially athletes. His legendary obsession with Cristiano Ronaldo is widely recognised, and he has also created content alongside stars like Paul Pogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic'ten mesajına bakmayan IShowSpeed'e:

"Çok kibirli oldun a•ına koyayım. Futbolcular seni ünlü yaptı, şimdi kendini onlardan ünlü sanıyorsun." pic.twitter.com/2rfCVDNgHM

— BPT (@bpthaber) July 21, 2025

Ibrahimovic’s Zinger to IShowSpeed

The exchange highlights the growing intersection between traditional sports icons and digital creators. IShowSpeed, recognised as one of the most influential streamers of his generation, has these relationships. Speed’s latest viral clip, featuring Pogba, shows that Speed received a call from Ibrahimovic, who confronted him about some unanswered Instagram messages. When Speed said he hadn’t seen them, Ibrahimovic replied, “All the players made you famous; now you think you’re more famous than them.”

This exchange illustrates the complex relationship between creators and celebrities, where their shared fame can lead to both playful and sharp interactions. IShowSpeed’s distinct charm comes from his universal relatability. His content is accessible to everyone, making him a distinctive figure in the evolving creator landscape.