The culmination of a Major League Soccer postseason filled with upsets and comebacks, the MLS Cup championship unfolds Saturday as LA Galaxy hosts the New York Red Bulls. And you can watch the MLS Cup final for free on various Apple TV platforms via MLS Season Pass, the streamer said Thursday.
Watch Saturday’s MLS Cup Final for free on Apple TV via multiple platforms
In a move to expand viewership, Apple will let multitudes watch MLS Cup final for free. stream the match for free across more than 100 countries through MLS Season Pass on the Apple TV app. It’s accessible via multiple platforms including smart TVs, gaming consoles and on the web at tv.apple.com. Apple Store locations in the U.S., Brazil, Canada, and Mexico will also broadcast the match live.
LA Galaxy advanced to its record-setting 10th MLS Cup appearance after dispatching the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference Final. For the Red Bulls, this marks a long-awaited return to the championship stage. This marks the team’s first appearance since 2008, following an impressive road victory over Orlando City SC to claim the Eastern Conference title.
Kick off Saturday at 1 p.m. PT, with coverage starting at 11:30 p.m. PT
The match kicks off at 4 p.m. ET, with comprehensive coverage beginning at 2:30 p.m. ET on MLS Season Pass. Jake Zivin will lead English commentary alongside Taylor Twellman and Jillian Sakovits, while Sammy Sadovnik, Diego Valeri, and Antonella González provide Spanish coverage.
New York City embraces the historic moment with a spectacular display in Times Square. It features the match on SilverCaste Media’s massive Mega-Zilla screen that spans an entire city block. Adding to the spectacle, a 15-foot replica of the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy will be exhibited in Times Square.
And technology innovations enhance this year’s viewing experience. Apple Vision Pro users can watch in an immersive environment featuring Spatial Audio and a virtual 100-foot-wide screen. Additionally, fans in the U.S., U.K., and Canada can access real-time match statistics, lineup information, and betting odds through the Apple Sports app’s Live Activities feature with iOS 18.
Where to download Apple TV app: App Store
Source: Apple