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Viewership for 2026 World Cup games breaks records in USA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:36 AM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Viewership for 2026 World Cup games breaks records in USA

Summary

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada, is achieving unprecedented viewership numbers. A total of 9,722 viewers have watched all 48 initial matches on Fox and FS1, as reported by Front Office Sports. This edition has also set an attendance record, with over 3.6 million fans attending matches so far. The tournament continues its knockout stage, and viewership is expected to rise further as it progresses. The success marks a significant moment for soccer in North America, indicating strong interest and engagement from fans.

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Latest Updates

•9,722 viewers watched all initial 48 World Cup matches
•Tournament attendance exceeds 3.6 million fans
•First 48 matches set viewership records
•Knockout stage expected to increase viewer numbers
•World Cup hosted by USA, Mexico, and Canada

Latest Updates

9:36 AMYahoo Sports — How many people watched every 2026 World Cup game on Fox Sports so far in the USA

What they're saying

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is breaking viewership records, but are there any fans who have watched every game of the tournament? Prior to the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many questioned if the tournament would maintain its insane viewership because of it being hosted in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Well, the answer is a resounding yes as the tournament continues to produce insane viewership records, including a unique one after the conclusion of the first 48 games.
— Yahoo Sports

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