Tuesday, July 14, 2026

NBC Sets Record for Most-Watched U.S. Premier League Match

  • Arsenal-Manchester United averaged a record 1.92 million English-language viewers.
  • Second most-watched Premier League match for Spanish-speaking TV.
A view of a Manchester United corner flag during a night match.
MUFC

NBC Sports could be cashing in from a post-World Cup bump in U.S. soccer popularity. 

NBC said its telecast of Arsenal-Manchester-United on Sunday was the most-watched Premier League match ever in the U.S. 

  • NBC’s coverage of Arsenal’s 3-2 victory over ManU averaged a record 1.92 million English language viewers across NBC, Peacock, and digital platforms. 
  • The match drew an additional Spanish-language 382,000 viewers on Telemundo. That made it the most-watched Spanish-language match since Manchester City-Liverpool averaged 440,000 viewers in April.
  • Led by Peacock, NBC Sports set a new record for simul-streamed Premier League matches, with an Average Minute Audience (AMA) of 510,000 viewers.
  • This past weekend, NBC and the Premier League staged the eighth annual Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fest in Orlando. It was the second this season, following a previous fan event in Philadelphia in October.
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe argue during World Cup final

World Cup Final Gives Fox Sports A Viewership Record

Fox averaged a record 17.7 million viewers for its ‘whistle to whistle’…
December 21, 2022

In January, Fox Sports’ telecast of Argentina’s epic victory over France became the most-watched Men’s World Cup Final on American English-language TV.

The thrilling showdown between Argentina’s Lionel Messi and France’s Kylian Mbappe averaged a record 17,726,000 viewers. 

Telemundo and Peacock drew another 9 million Spanish-language TV viewers.

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Sign up for
The Memo Newsletter

Get the biggest stories and best analysis on the business of sports delivered to your inbox twice every weekday and twice on weekends.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Is MetLife the Right Host for the World Cup Final?

FIFA picked an outdoor afternoon final over an indoor stadium like Dallas.

England Ends Norway Run As World Cup Whittles Down to Royalty

Norway ends its run with $20 million in prize money.

MLB World Cup Takeovers Continue in Miami

England plays Norway in the World Cup quarterfinal in Miami.

What the World Cup Means to Erling Haaland’s Tiny Hometown

The tournament’s breakout star is from a rural Norwegian town.
podcast thumbnail mobile
Front Office Sports Today

7/14/26 – World Cup Semis, Michigan AD Probe, FanDuel VIP Scandal

0:00

Featured Today

Why So Many Media Outlets Are Rushing Into Sports

Sports coverage has ballooned in every corner of media.
Pillow Fight Championship
July 8, 2026

How Obscure Sports Get Mainstream TV Deals

For niche sports, getting on TV often matters more than getting paid.
ATLANTA, GA - September 05: Georgia Lottery fireworks after the game against the Seattle Mariners at Truist Park on Friday, September 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
July 2, 2026

Inside the Spectacle and Science of MLB Fireworks

Postgame fireworks are lighting up baseball for America250.
Kansas City Chiefs
July 1, 2026

NFL Teams Push to Turn Futbol Fans Into Football Devotees

NFL teams are courting international soccer fans during their World Cup visits.
June 26, 2026

What We Saw Traveling the U.S. for the World Cup Group Stage

The knockout stage begins Sunday.
Apr 16, 2026; Fort Worth, TX, USA; A view of the ESPN logo before the semifinals for the 2026 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics National Championships at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

ESPN Blames Human For Headline Error in AI Article

ESPN has been using AI to write certain game recaps since 2024.
Feb 5, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; The ESPN logo at the Super Bowl LIX media center at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Exclusive
July 13, 2026

ESPN Ending Syndicated Version of ‘Good Morning Football’

‘GMFB: Overtime’ first launched in 2024.
July 13, 2026

12 States Sue to Block Paramount’s $110B WBD Deal

The plaintiff states point to widespread prospective harms.
Sponsored

Europe Hits Highs and Lows in Thrilling World Cup

Europe has dominated the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but shocking upsets have reshaped the tournament. See the key trends, odds, and semifinal storylines.
June 25, 2026; Inglewood, California, U.S.; Christian Pulisic of the U.S. during the warm up before the match. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
July 13, 2026

Christian Pulisic World Cup Fiasco a Cautionary Tale for Marketers

Commercials featuring Pulisic have been a reminder of his World Cup showing.
July 12, 2026

Netflix Revamps MLB Home Run Derby

The streaming giant will have arguably its biggest baseball presence to date.
Jan 7, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; PAC 12 sports broadcaster Jacob Tobey prior to the game between the Oregon State Beavers against the Colorado Buffaloes at CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Exclusive
July 9, 2026

Jacob Tobey Out as Spurs Announcer After Affair Allegation

Tobey had been calling Spurs games since 2024.
Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Adam Schefter talks on a set before the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Exclusive
July 9, 2026

Adam Schefter Nearing Long-Term ESPN Extension

The agreement would keep Schefter under contract into the 2030s.