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World Cup Matches Draw Record U.S. Television Audiences
Viewership for World Cup games has exceeded previous records as audiences watched upsets and late goals. One match featured the U.S. team’s loss to Belgium on Monday night.
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Television audiences in the United States have exceeded prior records while watching World Cup matches. The games have featured underdog upsets and late goals, including the U.S. team’s loss to Belgium on Monday night.
Broadcasters reported higher average viewership across multiple matches compared with earlier tournaments. The increase occurred as viewers followed results from several national teams.
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