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WWE cameraman watches USMNT vs. Belgium during live Raw show

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

WWE cameraman watches USMNT vs. Belgium during live Raw show

Summary

During the July 6 broadcast of Monday Night Raw from Chicago, a WWE cameraman was caught watching the USMNT versus Belgium match, which occurred simultaneously. Despite a main event featuring CM Punk and Sami Zayn for the WWE Championship, the cameraman's attention was diverted to the FIFA World Cup game. The live broadcast included a stacked card and a return match for Punk after a long absence. The situation underscores the intersection of popular sporting events and entertainment broadcasts.

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By the Numbers

•The match aired while CM Punk faced Sami Zayn for the WWE title.
•The USMNT was competing in the Round of 16 during the World Cup.
•The cameraman operated the main camera during a live Raw broadcast.
•CM Punk returned to WWE, competing for the title in his first match back.

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6:15 AMYahoo Sports — WWE cameraman caught watching USMNT vs. Belgium FIFA World Cup game during Raw live show

What they're saying

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Even a main event with CM Punk vs. Sami Zayn for the WWE championship wasn’t enough to keep this Monday Night Raw cameraman from watching the USMNT.
— Yahoo Sports

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