American streamer IShowSpeed has set a new benchmark after his live stream of the Morocco vs Senegal AFCON 2025 final shattered records across the continent.
The high-stakes final, played in front of a partisan Moroccan crowd, delivered drama on and off the pitch, culminating in a chaotic 120 minutes of regular and extra time as Pape Gueye’s decisive strike sealed Senegal’s triumph over the hosts.
IShowSpeed’s Record-Breaking Numbers Across Africa
Going into the final, Ethiopia led IShowSpeed’s African tour streaming numbers with 11 million views, followed closely by Kenya (9.9 million) and Algeria (9.8 million). However, the AFCON final proved to be a watershed moment.
At the time of writing, IShowSpeed’s Morocco vs Senegal stream has amassed over 14 million views in just under six hours, overtaking all previous tour stops and establishing a new record for his African streams.
The milestone underscores the growing intersection between African football and global digital creators, with AFCON 2025 providing the perfect stage.
IShowSpeed’s energetic commentary, real-time reactions, and massive online following amplified global interest in the final, extending its reach far beyond traditional broadcast audiences.
As AFCON continues to capture worldwide attention, the record-breaking stream highlights how creators are reshaping sports consumption especially among younger, online-first audiences across Africa and beyond.
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