Apple will bring MLS games to its normal TV subscription

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Apple is set to revolutionize the way soccer fans consume Major League Soccer (MLS) games with its latest deal. As of 2026, all MLS matches will be made available to Apple TV subscribers without the need for an additional subscription fee.

Under a new partnership agreement between Apple and MLS, the league's entire season will be broadcast on Apple TV, including regular season matches as well as annual events such as the Leagues Cup tournament. This means that fans can now access their favorite team's games in one place, alongside exclusive Apple Original content.

The new deal reportedly pays MLS $200 million for the 2026 season, with smaller payments of $175 million and $275 million for subsequent seasons. The partnership will run until 2029, giving MLS flexibility to explore licensing its rights to other streaming services or renew its contract with Apple.

This move marks a significant expansion of Apple's sports ambitions, following its recent deals with Formula One (F1) racing and Friday Night Baseball. While the company has yet to secure major sports leagues like the NBA or NFL, this latest development is seen as an important step forward in its efforts to become a major player in the world of sports streaming.

According to Eddy Cue, Apple's Senior Vice President of Services, the new deal is "a win for fans everywhere" who will now be able to access all MLS games in one place. The announcement comes ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and coincides with a growing trend of sports streaming services expanding their offerings to include major league sports.

With this latest move, Apple is set to become an even more integral part of the soccer landscape, providing fans with unparalleled access to their favorite teams and players. As the company continues to grow its sports ambitions, it will be interesting to see how its deals with MLS and F1 play out in the months and years to come.
 
🤔 Apple's decision to broadcast all MLS matches on Apple TV is a game-changer for soccer fans 🏆 I mean, can you imagine watching your favorite team's games without having to switch between different apps or subscriptions? It's like they're saying, "Hey, we get it, you love the game – let us handle the streaming for you!" 💻 And yeah, $200 million is a pretty sweet deal for MLS 🤑 But what really excites me is how this move can bring more people into the world of soccer. I mean, if Apple's making it easy to access all the games, then maybe we'll see more casual fans tuning in and discovering their new favorite team 🤞
 
I'm proper excited about this deal 🤩! No more searching for a specific game on one platform or another, all MLS games are gonna be available on Apple TV which is just so convenient 📺. I've got friends who're huge soccer fans and they'll love having all the action in one place. And can you believe $200 million for 2026?! That's some serious cash 💸. Maybe it's a sign that sports streaming is becoming more mainstream? I reckon Apple's on the right track with its F1 deal too 🚗. Bring on the 2026 FIFA World Cup and all the soccer goodness 🌟!
 
🤔 I'm kinda surprised they're not making all MLB games available on Apple TV too... like wouldnt that be a sick move? 🎟️ But idk, might make sense for them to focus on soccer first? 🏀 200 million dollars is a pretty big chunk of change tho... wonder how they plan on using it 💸
 
🐱 I'm so excited about this deal! I've been waiting for something like this to happen for ages. No more jumping between different streaming services just to catch a match. How's going to be the user experience gonna be tho? Are they gonna have all the matches live or pre-recorded? And what about the quality of the streams? Is it gonna be 4K and all that jazz 🤔

And $200 million is crazy! I feel like Apple's getting a sweet deal too. They're basically getting access to all the MLS games for free, plus some exclusive content. What kinda shows or series are we talking about here? And how's this gonna affect the other streaming services? Are they gonna have to step up their game 😒

I'm also curious about what's happening with the Leagues Cup tournament. Is it gonna be a huge production like the FIFA World Cup? 🏟️
 
I think this is gonna be a game changer for soccer fans in the US 🏆📺. With Apple taking over the broadcast rights for all MLS matches, fans are gonna have a sweet spot to catch their favorite teams' games without having to juggle multiple subscriptions or wait for them to air on TV. The fact that this deal is paying off with a cool $200 million for just one season shows how much value the league and the streaming giant see in working together 🤑.

It's also pretty interesting that Apple is looking to expand its sports offerings, especially since they're not directly involved with major leagues like the NBA or NFL. It shows that they're willing to take a chance on smaller leagues and events, which could lead to some exciting developments for fans who love sports beyond just these bigger leagues ⚽️.

The partnership also raises questions about how this will affect other streaming services that are looking to get in on the action. Will we see more leagues or events jump ship to Apple's platform? It'll be interesting to watch how this all plays out and what it means for fans in the long run 📊
 
I think this is a total overreach for Apple 🤔. I mean, who needs all that extra content just because they can get an MLS game? It's not like we're gonna be watching hours of replays or anything. And $200 million for the 2026 season? That's just crazy talk 💸. What about the other streaming services? Don't they deserve a piece of the action too? This deal is just gonna give Apple too much power and strangle the competition. Not to mention, what about all the individual teams' interests? Are they really just gonna let MLS sell out their rights like this? I'm just not feeling this one at all 😐
 
omg u guys! 🤯 this is SOOO good news for soccer fans!!! they can now watch all mls games on apple tv without having to pay extra!! i'm literally stoked about this deal, $200 mil is a lot of cash 💸 for the league and it's awesome that they get to keep control over their content. apple is really stepping up its game in sports streaming and i think it's gonna be huge 🚀 can't wait to see what other deals they make! 👍
 
🤔 I wonder if this deal is gonna change the way we consume sports forever? Like, are we really ready for a world where all our favorite teams' games are just one click away? It's both exciting and kinda scary at the same time... 🤯 What does it say about us as fans when we're willing to sacrifice something of ourselves (our attention span?) in exchange for access to more content? 📺 And what about the value we place on live experience vs. convenience? I mean, is watching a game from the comfort of our own homes really better than being there in person, feeling the energy of the crowd? 🏟️ Or maybe this is just another step towards the ultimate streaming utopia... where anything can be accessed at any time, and we're all just floating around on a sea of pixels? 😂
 
I'm loving this new deal between Apple and MLS 🤩. It's about time we had more options for soccer fans like me who want to watch all the games without breaking the bank 💸. I mean, having everything on one platform is a total game-changer (no pun intended) ⚽️. Now we can just subscribe to Apple TV and enjoy our favorite teams' matches without having to juggle multiple services. It's also interesting to see how this will impact other streaming services like DAZN or Peacock, who might need to step up their game 😏. With the FIFA World Cup coming up, I'm hyped to see how all this plays out ⚽️🎉
 
I'm so done with this deal 🙄. I mean, think about it - all those MLS matches are just gonna be on Apple TV now. What's next? Are they gonna force everyone to watch exclusive content too? And $200 million for one season? That's like, a small country's GDP or something! 💸 And don't even get me started on the exclusivity thing. I mean, if I want to watch my team play, can I at least choose where I do it? Like, shouldn't I be able to go to the actual stadium instead of just watching it on TV...or in this case, on Apple's precious platform 🤔.
 
man this is so cool 🤩 I mean, who wouldn't want to watch all the soccer matches in one place? it's like having a giant football fest on tv lol! but seriously though, $200 million for the league? that's some serious cash 💸 and I'm curious to see how this deal will affect the way we consume sports. like, will we get to see more behind-the-scenes content or exclusive interviews with players? only time will tell 🤔
 
I'm so stoked about this new deal between Apple and MLS! No more scattered broadcasts, just one place to watch all my favorite team's games... that's gonna be a game changer 💥🏆 I mean, can you imagine being able to watch your fave team play live without having to juggle multiple subscriptions or wait for each match to come out on a different platform? Genius! And the fact that it's only gonna cost MLS $200 mil is pretty sweet too... I just hope they keep adding more exclusive content, like you said, Apple Originals.
 
😊 just think about it, all mls games on apple tv like that's gonna change the game lol 💻🏈 we can watch our fave team anytime now without having to worry about extra subscriptions 🤗 what's next gonna be nba or nfl? 🤑 only time will tell 🕰️
 
omg can't wait for 2026 ⚽️📺 this is gonna be huge for soccer fans!!! no more searching around for different platforms to watch our fave teams, one place, all matches, apple tv 🤩 $200m is a good chunk of change for MLS btw
 
Umm... I don't know if this is a good thing or not 🤔. On one hand, it's awesome that fans can watch all their favorite teams' games on Apple TV without having to pay extra. That's like, super convenient, right? 📺 But, at the same time, I'm worried about what this means for other streaming services... will they just be left out in the cold? 🤷‍♀️ And, like, have you seen the price of Apple TV+ lately? It's getting a bit steep if you ask me... 💸 Plus, can we really trust that Apple won't start showing way more ads on the games or something? 📺😒
 
So this is gonna change the way we watch soccer games for real... no more need to jump between apps or subscriptions, just one place to catch all the action. And yeah, $200 million for just one season? Not bad for Apple, I guess. The fans are gonna love it though, can't argue with that 😊. But what's up with the payment structure, seems a bit weird. Anyway, this is definitely a big win for MLS and Apple, looking forward to seeing how this all plays out in 2026 👍
 
Ugh, this is gonna be a game changer for soccer fans! No more jumping between different streaming services to catch their favorite team's matches... 🤯 It's about time we got some consistency in sports streaming. And $200 million is a small price to pay for all that exclusivity, if you ask me 😅. I'm hyped to see how this partnership plays out and what kind of content Apple comes up with. More original stuff? 👀 Can't wait to dive into the Leagues Cup tournament! 🏆
 
OMG, this is sooo exciting 🤩! I've been waiting for a platform where I can watch all my favorite soccer teams in one place, and now that's happening 💥! The fact that I won't have to pay extra to access MLS games on Apple TV is just the cherry on top 😊. This deal makes total sense, especially with how popular F1 racing has become - it shows Apple is really getting into the sports streaming game 📺. Can't wait to see what other amazing content they'll be offering alongside these games 🎉!
 
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