World Cup Interest Is so High in Japan That a Top Streaming Site Can’t Cope
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Fans celebrate after Japan's victory over Spain in the Qatar 2022 World Cup, in Tokyo on Dec. 2.
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CyberAgent Inc.’s Abema TV had to restrict access to Japan’s World Cup game early Tuesday morning local time, as runaway demand pushed the streaming service to its limits.
Viewers of the Japan-Croatia match were advised halfway through the contest that access for new streamers would be restricted in order to ensure a stable service.