What Happened
The United States' World Cup match against Belgium attracted 33.1 million viewers, setting a new record for the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history. This viewership figure highlights a significant surge in interest for soccer within the United States.
In a separate but related event, England's World Cup victory over Mexico drew a substantial audience of nearly 45 million viewers. This game was broadcast across multiple platforms, including Fox Sports, Telemundo, and Peacock, indicating broad reach and engagement.
The combined viewership numbers from these two matches underscore the growing popularity of international soccer tournaments in the U.S. market.
Key Facts
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The U.S. World Cup loss to Belgium averaged 33.1 million viewers.
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This viewership made the U.S. vs. Belgium match the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history.
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England's World Cup victory over Mexico drew nearly 45 million viewers.
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The England vs. Mexico match was broadcast on Fox Sports, Telemundo, and Peacock.
