Mexico vs. South Africa Match Sets Record Audience for Fox During 2026 World Cup Opening
The 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced on Thursday with Mexico securing a 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match. This inaugural game attracted 6.3 million viewers across Fox, Fox One, and Tubi, establishing a new record audience for Fox. The viewership data indicates a record-breaking start for the tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has begun with its opening match drawing significant viewership. On Thursday, Mexico faced South Africa, with Mexico ultimately winning the game 2-0.
The broadcast of this inaugural match garnered 6.3 million viewers. These figures represent combined viewership across Fox, Fox One, and Tubi platforms.
This viewership total marks a record audience for Fox, signaling a record-breaking start for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. The audience numbers were determined through a combination of early Nielsen ratings and internal data.
According to Deadline Hollywood, the event is off to a record-breaking start.
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