United States soccer team's Round of 32 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina became the most-watched soccer telecast in English-language U.S. history, with 24.429 million viewers.

What happened?

The team's victory drew a peak audience of 31.883 million, surpassing the previous record set by the United States earlier in the tournament.

Why it matters for United States

This record-breaking viewership is a significant milestone for the United States soccer team, demonstrating the growing interest in soccer in the United States.

What comes next?

The United States will face Belgium in the Round of 16, a matchup that is expected to draw even higher viewership numbers. | Date | Opponent | Viewership | | --- | --- | --- | | July 2, 2026 | Bosnia-Herzegovina | 24.429 million | | June 2026 | Paraguay | 18.037 million | | June 2026 | Australia | 16.22 million | The team's success in the tournament has been a major factor in the increased viewership, with fans tuning in to watch the United States compete against top teams from around the world. As the tournament progresses, the United States will look to continue its winning streak and make a deep run in the competition. The team's next match against Belgium is highly anticipated, with many expecting it to be one of the most-watched soccer matches in U.S. history. With the United States soccer team's popularity on the rise, the team is poised to break even more viewership records in the future. The success of the United States has also been a boon for Fox Sports, which has seen a significant increase in viewership for its soccer broadcasts. As the United States continues to compete in the tournament, fans can expect to see even more exciting matches and record-breaking viewership numbers.