U.S. men's team tops Bosnia and Herzegovina as viewers set record

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

U.S. men's team tops Bosnia and Herzegovina as viewers set record
Summary

The U.S. men's soccer team secured a 2-0 victory against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup on July 2, drawing an unprecedented total audience of 33.5 million viewers across English and Spanish broadcasts. This notable viewership, comprising 24.4 million on Fox and 9.1 million on NBC's Telemundo and Peacock, reflects a growing interest in the tournament. As the team advances, interest is projected to rise, especially with their next match scheduled against Belgium on July 3 at Lumen Field in Seattle.

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  • U.S. men's team defeats Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0.
  • Match occurred on July 2 during the Round of 32.
  • Viewership peaked at 33.5 million across networks.
  • Next match is against Belgium on July 3.
  • U.S. needs three wins to reach the final.
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  • 11:43 PMYahoo SportsU.S. win in Round of 32 draws 33.5 million total viewers, on average
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