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US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
By STEVE REED, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
The United States has World Cup fever. The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English language history with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports. The peak audience was 31.8 million. The United States won the game 2-0...
Key takeaway 4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The record-breaking viewership of the US match against Bosnia-Herzegovina is likely to resonate with soccer fans in the Rio Grande Valley, where the sport is deeply popular. McAllen 's own diverse community, with strong ties to Latin America and a growing interest in American soccer, may have contributed to the high viewership numbers. The Valley's soccer enthusiasts, who regularly follow international matches and local leagues, probably gathered in large numbers to watch the US team's 2-0 victory. As the US team advances in the tournament, local businesses, such as sports bars and restaurants, may see an increase in customers eager to watch the games with fellow fans. The city's parks and recreation departments may also consider hosting public viewing events or soccer clinics to capitalize on the World Cup fever sweeping the nation.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? The United States has World Cup fever. The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English language history with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports. The peak audience was 31.8 million. The United States won the game 2-0...
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