Mexico vs. South Africa Match Sets FIFA World Cup Opening Game Viewership Record
The 2026 Fifa World Cup's opening match between Mexico and South Africa has achieved a new viewership milestone. The game, which concluded with a 2-0 score, attracted 12.1 million viewers across NBCUniversal's Telemundo, Peacock, and Telemundo streaming platforms. This figure establishes it as the most-watched World Cup opening game to date, regardless of language.
The 2026 Fifa World Cup commenced on Thursday, with its inaugural match breaking significant viewership records.
The game, a 2-0 contest between Mexico and South Africa, garnered 12.1 million viewers across NBCUniversal's Telemundo, Peacock, and Telemundo streaming platforms. This viewership total makes it the most-watched World Cup opening game in history, transcending language barriers.
According to Deadline Hollywood, the global soccer event has already surpassed previous viewership benchmarks with its initial broadcast.
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