England’s Euro 2024 quarter-final victory against Switzerland garnered significant viewership on BBC One, with a peak audience of 16.8 million people tuning in to watch. Trent Alexander-Arnold’s decisive spot-kick secured a 5-3 shootout win for England after a 1-1 draw in extra time. On average, the match drew an audience of 13.6 million, accounting for a remarkable 77% share of TV viewers that evening.
The popularity of the match extended beyond traditional television, as it was also streamed 8.9 million times on the BBC iPlayer. Furthermore, the BBC Sport website experienced a staggering influx of visitors, with 10.5 million individuals accessing the site throughout the day. Of these visitors, 5.3 million followed the match online, resulting in the live page being viewed a remarkable 16.6 million times during the game.
This quarter-final clash between England and Switzerland marked the second-highest peak audience during England’s Euro 2024 campaign thus far. The highest peak audience was recorded during their thrilling extra-time victory against Slovakia in the last 16 on June 30th, attracting 18.4 million viewers. Notably, that game was broadcast on ITV.
Looking ahead, England will face the Netherlands in the semi-final on Wednesday at 20:00 BST. Fans can catch live coverage of the game on various platforms, including BBC 5 Live, BBC Sounds, and the BBC Sport website. In addition to this exciting clash, football enthusiasts can also tune in to the other semi-final between Spain and France on Tuesday at 19:00, which will be shown on BBC One. Live coverage for this match will be available on BBC iPlayer, BBC 5 Live, BBC Sounds, and the BBC Sport website.
The immense viewership and engagement surrounding England’s Euro 2024 matches highlight the nation’s passion for football and the enduring popularity of the tournament. These figures also underscore the significance of accessible streaming platforms and online coverage in meeting the diverse viewing preferences of modern audiences.
As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how the viewership numbers fluctuate and whether England’s success on the pitch continues to captivate the nation. Regardless of the outcome, these high viewership figures demonstrate the enduring allure and excitement that major football tournaments hold for fans around the world.