Fifa investigating alleged racist abuse of IShowSpeed

FIFA has launched an investigation into claims of racist abuse directed at American social media personality IShowSpeed during Argentina's 3-2 victory over Cape Verde. The incident reportedly took place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on July 3.

IShowSpeed, who boasts a massive online following, was seen in footage on his YouTube channel confronting an Argentina fan while wearing a Cape Verde kit. FIFA confirmed it was made aware of the alleged abuse and immediately initiated an investigation.

"The FIFA World Cup is a celebration of unity, diversity and respect," FIFA said in a statement. "It brings together people, cultures and communities from around the world and anyone who acts in a manner that undermines these values is not welcome in our game."

The alleged abuse follows a similar incident days earlier where French forward Kylian Mbappe condemned racist remarks made by a Paraguayan senator about his origin and education. The French Football Federation announced plans to file criminal charges against the senator for her "utterly abhorrent and unacceptable" comments.

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The Fifa World Cup is a celebration of unity, diversity and respect. It brings together people, cultures and communities from around the world and anyone who acts in a manner that undermines these values is not welcome in our game.