MLS Returns to Apple TV on July 16 After World Cup Break

Major League Soccer returns to Apple TV on July 16, with regular-season play resuming after a monthlong break for the FIFA World Cup.

Apple TV subscribers in more than 100 countries and regions can watch every MLS match with no blackouts, including regular-season matches, Leagues Cup, Michelob ULTRA Campeones Cup, the MLS All-Star Game, and Audi MLS Cup Playoffs.

MLS Restart Schedule

All 30 MLS clubs return after the World Cup Final, with six highlighted matchups scheduled for July 16 and July 17.


On Thursday, July 16, CF Montréal hosts Toronto FC at Stade Saputo at 7:30 p.m. ET, Chicago Fire hosts Vancouver Whitecaps FC at Soldier Field at 8:30 p.m. ET, St. Louis CITY SC hosts Sporting Kansas City at Energizer Park at 8:30 p.m. ET, and Seattle Sounders hosts Portland Timbers at Lumen Field at 10:30 p.m. ET.

On Friday, July 17, Nashville SC hosts Atlanta United FC at GEODIS Park at 8:10 p.m. ET, followed by LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles Football Club at Dignity Health Sports Park at 10:15 p.m. ET.

World Cup Players Return

Apple says a record 45 MLS players, representing 22 clubs and 17 countries, participated in the 2026 World Cup. That group includes eight players who represented the United States, nine Canadian internationals, Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira for Cape Verde, and Inter Miami CF captain Lionel Messi for Argentina.


MLS is also adding several international names for the restart. Antoine Griezmann has joined Orlando City SC, Angus Gunn has joined the San Jose Earthquakes, and Robert Lewandowski has signed with the Chicago Fire. Lewandowski is set to face former FC Bayern Munich teammate Thomas Müller when Chicago hosts Vancouver on July 16.

EA SPORTS FC Mobile players will be able to watch Chicago vs. Vancouver through a simulcast of Apple TV's broadcast on FCM TV. Eligible EA SPORTS FC 26 and EA SPORTS FC Mobile players can also receive in-game access to a one-month free trial of Apple TV.

Apple Sports, Fitness+, Music, and Maps

Apple is also tying the MLS restart into several of its services. The Apple Sports app will continue to show MLS scores, standings, lineup formations, play-by-play, and team stats, with links to watch matches in the Apple TV app.

Apple Fitness+ has released a new Time to Walk episode with German soccer legend and Vancouver Whitecaps star Thomas Müller.



Apple Music has added club- and player-curated MLS selections, including a new Warm-Up Playlist from Real Salt Lake star Diego Luna. Apple Maps users can also browse Matchday Guides from MLS clubs and city guides from players.

Adidas will mark the MLS restart with a two-day event at the adidas Home of Soccer in Brooklyn, New York, on July 16 and 17, featuring watch parties, MLS player appearances, a jersey showcase, and other fan experiences.

Availability

Apple TV costs $12.99 per month and includes a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. For a limited time, customers who purchase and activate a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV 4K, or Mac can get three months of Apple TV for free.