- link Copy URL - [ Share on X ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Fanáticos: Nielsen’s Playbook on Hispanic Media Consumption and Sports Engagement https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1273881?absolute=1&via=3blnews "Share on X") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1273881?absolute=1 "Share on Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1273881?absolute=1 "Share on Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=Fanáticos: Nielsen’s Playbook on Hispanic Media Consumption and Sports Engagement&body=News from Nielsen https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/1273881?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Inclusion & Opportunity](/categories/inclusion-opportunity) # Fanáticos: Nielsen’s Playbook on Hispanic Media Consumption and Sports Engagement ##### Nielsen 2024 Diverse Intelligence Series Oct 21, 2024 9:30 AM ET ![Photo montage of people watching sports.](https://3blcdn.com/styles/carousel_2x/s3/2026-08/Hispanic%20Media%20Consumption_Nielsen_9.16.24A_1786512416.png) [Originally published on Nielsen Insights](https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2024/playbook-hispanic-audiences-sports-media-engagement-2024-diverse-intelligent-series-report/) Hispanics aren’t just watching the game, they’re changing it. This report provides deeper insights into how Hispanic fans engage with sports media and are shaping the future of U.S. sports culture. [**Download the report**](https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2024/playbook-hispanic-audiences-sports-media-engagement-2024-diverse-intelligent-series-report/) **The Hispanic community: A growing influence in U.S. sports** The Hispanic community consists of about 65 million people—almost one-fifth of the U.S. population. From food and music to business leaders and sports stars, Hispanics have tremendous influence on the U.S. economy and culture. Now, the community is rewriting the playbook on how the U.S. engages with sports and sports media. - **71%:** Hispanics were responsible for 71% of U.S. population growth between 2022-2023 - **$3.4T:** U.S. Hispanics are a spending powerhouse—with $3.4 trillion in purchasing power - **51%:** Hispanic audience viewership of the Super Bowl has increased 51% from 2021 to 2024 **Connecting with Hispanic sports fans** Hispanic fans are driving new trends in sports viewership. Brands, leagues and media rights holders have a unique opportunity to connect with a passionate, growing and influential audience. To help you better understand these fans, this report includes key sections: **A look at Hispanic media consumption** While Hispanic audiences spend less time with traditional media than the general U.S. population, they’re tuning in to sports in big numbers. According to Nielsen audience measurement, The 2024 Copa América Final attracted over 12 million viewers across Univision and Fox—becoming the most watched Copa Final in U.S. history—and 53% of viewers in the U.S. were Hispanic. **How Hispanics are changing the game** For sports lovers, fandom runs much deeper than the final score. And Hispanic athletes’ influence extends beyond the field. These sports stars are leveraging their platforms to drive real impact, both in their sport and in the broader cultural conversation. **The power of sports sponsorships** Hispanic sports fans are enthusiastic about the brands who support the sports they care about. Compared to the general population, Hispanic sports fans are 32% more likely to consider a brand for the first time when they sponsor a sport they follow. **Opportunities to engage Hispanic fans** As media has fragmented, sports—especially live sports—are playing a bigger role in media and advertising. Download Nielsen’s playbook on Hispanic audiences, sports and media engagement to discover opportunities for fan and brand engagement with Hispanic trendsetters. [**Download the report**](https://www.nielsen.com/insights/2024/playbook-hispanic-audiences-sports-media-engagement-2024-diverse-intelligent-series-report/) ### Additional Media #### Images [ ![Group of men giving a high-five on a basketball court.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Coverage_Nielsen_9.16.24B.png?h=c4f3d6cc) ](/sites/default/files/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Coverage_Nielsen_9.16.24B.png "Group of men giving a high-five on a basketball court.") [ ![Family seated on a couch watching TV and cheering!](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24C.png?h=fba6f2f9) ](/sites/default/files/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24C.png "Family seated on a couch watching TV and cheering!") [ ![Female soccer team winning the game!](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24D.jpg?h=fba6f2f9) ](/sites/default/files/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24D.jpg "Female soccer team winning the game!") [ ![Fans at a baseball game cheering for a player.](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_thumbnail_x2/public/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24E.png?h=fba6f2f9) ](/sites/default/files/images/Hispanic%20Media%20Report_Nielsen_9.16.24E.png "Fans at a baseball game cheering for a player.") 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