Was the USMNT's victory over Paraguay a turning point for American soccer?
USMNT Breaks Viewership Records in Thrilling World Cup Opener
The United States men's national team (USMNT) made a statement with their 4-1 win over Paraguay in the first match of group play at the 2026 World Cup. The victory was not only impressive on the field but also drew massive viewership numbers, with an average of 18 million viewers tuning in to watch the game. This marks the most-watched men's World Cup telecast in English-language U.S. history, surpassing the previous record held by the USMNT's match against Portugal in 2014. The success of the team and the viewership numbers have sparked optimism among American soccer fans, who are eager to see their team make a deep run in the tournament.
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- Yes, this victory is a testament to the growing popularity of soccer in the United States
- No, it's just one game and the team still has a long way to go before being considered serious contenders
- Maybe, it's too early to tell if this will be a turning point for American soccer
- Not at all, the viewership numbers are inflated due to the high-profile match against Paraguay