Soccer’s Big Moment? Maybe Not Yet | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Soccer’s World Cup surge is sparking fan excitement—but America’s still not ready to ditch football. New polling shows U.S. fans are thrilled with the team’s group-stage escape and early knockout win, with over half rating performance as “extremely well” or “very well.” Yet, even with rising interest and social media buzz, soccer remains a niche sport. Only 8% attended live watch parties, and the poll’s 1,000+ respondents reveal most enthusiasm comes from existing fans—not a nationwide shift. The U.S. hasn’t advanced past the knockout stage since 2002, so while momentum’s building, soccer’s…