Real Madrid's Next Match Draws US Interest Ahead Of Champions League
Real Madrids Next Match Draws US Interest Ahead Of Champions League...
Real Madrid's upcoming Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich on April 29 is driving searches in the U.S., where soccer viewership continues to grow. The match, airing at 3 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+, could determine whether the Spanish giants reach their second consecutive final.
Interest spiked after Madrid’s dramatic quarterfinal win over Manchester City, which drew 2.5 million U.S. viewers – a record for a non-final Champions League match on English-language TV. American fans are also tracking U.S. men’s national team star Weston McKennie, whose Juventus squad faces Madrid’s rival Barcelona in a parallel storyline.
Google Trends data shows peak searches from California, Texas, and New York, reflecting Major League Soccer’s expanding footprint. Madrid’s U.S. preseason tours and partnerships with American brands like Legends Hospitality have strengthened their stateside following.
The Bernabéu clash will air during afternoon work hours, prompting watch parties at bars from Miami to Seattle. Univision’s TUDN expects over 1.8 million Hispanic-American viewers, while streaming platforms report increased subscriptions ahead of the match.
With no Premier League teams remaining, U.S. networks are emphasizing Madrid’s global star power. Forward VinĂcius JĂşnior’s 20 goals this season have made him a breakout name stateside, particularly among younger fans on platforms like TikTok.
A Madrid victory would set up a potential June 1 final in London against either Paris Saint-Germain or Borussia Dortmund – ensuring continued U.S. interest through Memorial Day weekend.
