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What polling shows about Americans’ interest in the World Cup and USMNT
By Linley Sanders, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 5 min read
This World Cup has given U.S. soccer fans plenty to cheer about — even if a new survey shows most Americans are still on the sidelines. New polling from Ipsos Sports, provided exclusively to The Associated Press, shows that the World Cup has excited soccer fans and piqued many Americans’ interest...
Key takeaway adults were excited about the United States making it to the knockout round of the World Cup.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
In Piney Point Village , the World Cup excitement is likely to be felt in local sports bars and restaurants, where fans gather to watch the games. The poll's findings that most Americans are still not soccer fans may hold true in the Houston area, but the enthusiasm of local soccer fans could still have a noticeable impact on community businesses. As the US men's national team continues to compete, local establishments may see an increase in customers looking to catch the games and cheer on the team. The fact that many soccer fans in the US are pleased with the team's performance and excited for the rest of the World Cup could also lead to a surge in interest in local soccer leagues and programs, potentially benefiting youth sports organizations and community centers in Piney Point Village and surrounding areas.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? This World Cup has given U.S. soccer fans plenty to cheer about — even if a new survey shows most Americans are still on the sidelines. New polling from Ipsos Sports, provided exclusively to The Associated Press, shows that the World Cup has excited soccer fans and piqued many Americans’ interest...
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