The World Cup Round of 16 match between the US and Belgium has gone down in history with 33.086 million viewers. This viewership number is recorded as the highest for any broadcast since the Super Bowl. The match also earned the title of the most-watched event among soccer broadcasts in the United States.

This extraordinary viewership rate indicates the growing popularity of soccer in the US. Especially in recent years, soccer has started to gain more ground in American sports culture, influenced by Major League Soccer (MLS) and international tournaments. Such large audiences also present significant opportunities in terms of media rights and sponsorship deals.

Moreover, these high viewership rates are a promising sign for the future of soccer in the US. The increasing popularity of soccer among the younger generation could lead to more investments in the sport and attract the attention of larger organizations. As a result, this historic match for the US against Belgium has become a milestone that strengthens soccer's place in American society, beyond just being a sports event.