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England's win over Mexico draws higher US viewership than USA v Belgium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 7:39 AM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

England's win over Mexico draws higher US viewership than USA v Belgium

Summary

Nearly 45 million viewers watched England's round of 16 victory against Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, surpassing the 42 million who tuned in for the USA's last-16 match against Belgium. The US faced a 4-1 defeat, which gained notable attention due to Donald Trump's involvement concerning a red card ban for Folarin Balogun. Despite this, England's match is considered a classic, highlighting the growing appeal of soccer in the United States. Discussions regarding television rights for the 2030 World Cup suggest continued investment in soccer's future despite the elimination of host nations from the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•England v Mexico peaked at almost 45 million US viewers
•USA lost to Belgium 4-1, seen by 42 million
•Trump's FIFA intervention raised awareness for US match
•Soccer's US viewership nearing NFL championship levels
•Negotiations underway for 2030 World Cup broadcast rights

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What they're saying

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Nearly 45 million people tuned in to watch the Three Lions’ epic at the Aztec Stadium beating the viewership numbers for the United States’ own last-16 tie
— Yahoo Sports

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