Soccer Surges in U.S. with Record Viewers | Denver News

The U.S. men’s soccer team’s epic showdown with Belgium drew a staggering 50 million viewers—making it the most-watched non-NFL event in America since the 1994 Winter Olympics. Former star Marcelo Balboa, who holds the record for most caps, says the passion is real—even if the team didn’t advance as hoped. He argues that true growth comes when fans naturally keep following the sport, not just during big tournaments. To cement soccer’s future in the U.S., Balboa calls for bigger international stars and better TV deals—and with the nation eyeing a World Cup host bid, the momentum could finally turn into lasting love for the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/933c9c4d7585e662