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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U.S. loss sets mark for 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.
Published July 7, 2026, 8:44 PM
Updated July 7, 2026, 8:54 PM3.9K
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