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17m viewers and counting: World Cup bargain delivers ratings screamer for SBS

  • Posted on July 15, 2026
  • By The Age
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  • 1 min read
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SBS's acquisition of 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcasting rights proves to be a tremendous commercial success, attracting unprecedented viewership numbers across multiple matches. The tournament has generated remarkable audience engagement, establishing new records for the Australian broadcaster. However, this exceptional ratings performance may present challenges for SBS in retaining future broadcasting agreements, as increased competition from other networks seeking similar high-profile sporting content becomes inevitable.

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17m viewers and counting: World Cup bargain delivers ratings screamer for SBS
17m viewers and counting: World Cup bargain delivers ratings screamer for SBS

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is a ratings bonanza - which could make it harder for SBS to retain the rights in future. Here are the five most-watched games so far.
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