19.01.2026 10:22
The Africa Cup of Nations final also made headlines with a surprising twist. American YouTuber Darren Jason Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, appeared on the field as a mascot during the final between Morocco and Senegal.
The Africa Cup of Nations final made headlines with a surprising scene. American YouTuber Darren Jason Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, appeared on the field as a mascot during the final between Morocco and Senegal.
ISHOWSPEED'S SURPRISE IN THE FINAL
One of the moments that caught the attention of the stands during the Africa Cup of Nations final, where Morocco faced Senegal, was IShowSpeed's presence on the field as a mascot. Darren Jason Watkins Jr.'s entrance in the mascot costume garnered significant interest in the stadium.
SENEGAL WON IN EXTRA TIME
While the final match was fiercely contested, Senegal defeated Morocco 1-0 with a goal scored in extra time and claimed the trophy. After the match, both the joy of the championship and IShowSpeed's presence on the field resonated widely on social media.
IT BECAME A TREND ON SOCIAL MEDIA
The footage of IShowSpeed seen on the field as a mascot was shared quickly. This surprising detail that marked the final night became one of the most talked-about topics among football fans.