Cristiano Ronaldo has once again shown love for his biggest online fan, gifting YouTube star IShowSpeed his match-worn Nike Mercurial Superfly 11 “CR7 Gold Scorpion” boots from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The rare boots were specially designed by Nike for Ronaldo to wear during the tournament, making them a truly one-of-a-kind piece. According to a staff member involved in the handover, Speed is one of only two people in the world who now own a pair of boots that Ronaldo personally wore during the World Cup.
Portugal’s World Cup journey ended after a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16. Ronaldo had originally planned to hand over the gift in person, but those plans changed after the surprise elimination, which also affected a planned meetup between the two. Instead of missing out, Ronaldo left the boots with a staff member to make sure Speed still received them.
Despite Portugal’s exit, IShowSpeed continued covering the World Cup and was present for the Spain vs Belgium quarterfinal, where he was handed the special gift.
The heartwarming gesture quickly went viral, with fans online calling it a priceless keepsake and praising Ronaldo for going out of his way despite the disappointing loss. The moment is the latest in a series of memorable interactions between the football icon and the streamer, further highlighting Ronaldo’s appreciation for his fans and his unique bond with one of the internet’s biggest personalities.
