U.S. game sets record as most-watched soccer broadcast in history
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 7:42 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The United States match against Belgium in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup garnered the highest viewership for a soccer game in U.S. history, according to preliminary ratings released by Fox on July 7, 2026. The record-setting telecast highlights the growing popularity of soccer in the U.S. Fans across the country tuned in to witness the event, contributing to unprecedented viewing numbers. This milestone reflects a broader trend of increasing engagement with soccer in American sports culture.
- •Match occurred in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
- •Fox reported the viewership milestone on July 7, 2026.
- •Broadcast surpassed all previous soccer telecasts in U.S. history.
- •The game drew substantial attention among American sports fans.
- 8:26 PMESPN Soccer — U.S. loss sets record as most-watched soccer game
"The United States game against Belgium in the round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup set another record as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history, Fox said after preliminary ratings came out Tuesday.
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