U.S.-Belgium Sets Another TV Ratings Record
The U.S. men's soccer team's loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 16 set a new TV viewership record in the United States. The match was marked by controversy surrounding a red card suspension for U.S. striker Falorin Balogun, which was eventually waived.
Why it matters
The record-breaking viewership highlights the rapidly growing popularity of soccer in the U.S. market despite the team's elimination.
Logo text The game was a letdown for fans of the U.S. men’s soccer team, but the TV audience set another record for the sport in this country.
The article reports on viewership statistics and match events in a straightforward, factual manner without political or ideological slant.
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