Gallup poll shows football popularity decline, soccer hits record high

A Gallup poll taken from August 3-24 reveals that 31% of Americans name football as their favorite sport, which is its lowest share since 2001. Soccer has reached an all-time high of 9%, previously not exceeding 7%. While football is still the most popular sport in the U.S., its recent drop of 10 percentage points from last year's poll suggests a potential shift in viewing preferences. The poll results collected before the start of the football season indicate timing could affect football's standing, yet the data shows its popularity may be waning in favor of other sports, including soccer, basketball, and baseball. Recent viewing figures suggest fans continue to engage with football broadcasts regardless of its ranking in favorite sports.

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