Leagues Cup Back on MLS Season Pass via Apple TV July 26

Leagues Cup Returns to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV on July 26

The much-anticipated Leagues Cup is set to make a grand return to the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV starting July 26, 2024. This World Cup-style tournament, which spans a month, will feature all 47 clubs from Major League Soccer (MLS) and Mexico’s Liga MX, making it a unique and exciting event in North American sports.

A Groundbreaking Tournament

The Leagues Cup is the first in-season club tournament in North America across all men’s professional sports. It involves all clubs from MLS and Liga MX pausing their regular seasons to participate. The tournament will consist of 77 matches held in various stadiums across the United States and Canada. Fans from over 100 countries and regions will be able to watch all the action with an MLS Season Pass subscription.

Historic Partnership

This upcoming tournament marks the second year of a historic 10-year partnership between Apple and Major League Soccer. The inaugural Leagues Cup in 2023 saw over 1.3 million fans in attendance. Inter Miami CF emerged victorious, defeating Nashville SC in the final. Notably, Lionel Messi made his MLS debut during last year’s Leagues Cup and was awarded Best Player and Top Scorer, having scored 10 goals in the tournament.

Player Insights

Players across different teams have expressed their excitement for the upcoming tournament. Columbus Crew’s Cucho Hernández shared, “I’m really looking forward to the kickoff of Leagues Cup. It’s always exciting winning titles with this club. We are in a very positive dynamic as a group, want to achieve things, and will give it our all in every game. It will also be exciting for fans who can enjoy watching teams from farther away that they may not have been able to see live.”

Denis Bouanga from LAFC added, “Leagues Cup matchups are fun and entertaining for both players and fans. The tournament is a great opportunity to win a trophy, and we’re always trying to win more trophies at LAFC.”

Tigres UANL’s André-Pierre Gignac emphasized the competitive spirit of the tournament, saying, “For me, it’s all about competition — that’s nonnegotiable. It’s been great to see the growth of Leagues Cup, and I’m excited to compete.”

CF Monterrey’s Germán Berterame expressed his admiration for the tournament, stating, “It’s an honor to compete with MLS in Leagues Cup, which is a beautiful tournament. I’m looking forward to the matches and hope that this time will be in favor of LMX!”

How to Watch on MLS Season Pass

The MLS Season Pass on Apple TV will be the exclusive platform to watch every Leagues Cup match live, with no blackouts. Matches will be available in English, Spanish, or French where available. Subscribers will also have access to exclusive on-demand content and a comprehensive programming lineup, including shows like Leagues Cup Countdown, Leagues Cup Wrap-Up in English, and Leagues Cup La Previa and Leagues Cup El Resumen in Spanish.

Apple TV 4K devices and iPads will support Multiview, allowing fans to watch up to four simultaneous matches. The new Catch Up feature ensures that viewers who tune in late can catch up on all the key moments before joining the live stream. This feature highlights significant plays such as goals, penalty kicks, red cards, and notable saves, making it easier for fans to stay engaged with the match.

MLS Season Pass is available through the Apple TV app on various platforms, including Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, game consoles, and the web at tv.apple.com. Additionally, fans can access MLS Season Pass via Apple Vision Pro, which offers an immersive viewing experience with features like Spatial Audio.

Apple Sports Keeps Fans Up to Speed

For a more in-depth look at Leagues Cup stats and standings, iPhone users can utilize the Apple Sports app. This free app provides a simple and fast way for sports fans to stay updated on their favorite teams and leagues. Users can navigate between scores and upcoming games, explore play-by-play information, team stats, lineup details, and live betting odds. The app also integrates with the Apple TV app, allowing users to watch live games from Apple and connected streaming apps. Apple Sports syncs seamlessly with favorites selected within the My Sports experience, available in the Apple TV app and Apple News.

More Ways to Celebrate Leagues Cup

Apple Music will introduce player warmup playlists to celebrate select matches during Leagues Cup. The Leagues Cup anthem, “Nuestros Colores,” is available to all Apple Music listeners within the MLS Season Pass dedicated space. Select MLS and Liga MX Club playlists will also refresh with the latest top hits.

The popular podcast Offside with Taylor Twellman on Apple Podcasts will feature dedicated episodes discussing major plays, news, and storylines of Leagues Cup. Hosted by MLS Season Pass lead analyst Taylor Twellman, the podcast is an excellent companion to all the MLS action, featuring athletes, coaches, executives from global professional soccer, and high-profile guests. The weekly show is available for free on Apple Podcasts.

For additional updates on the latest action from around the league, fans can start every week with Twellman’s Takes on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, YouTube, and TikTok.

Technical Requirements and Features

• Multiview is supported on iPad (7th generation) or later.
• The Catch Up feature requires users to update to the latest software on Apple devices and update the Apple TV app on all other devices, including smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, and game consoles.
• Apple Sports is free to download and is available for all iPhone models running iOS 17.2 or later.

  Conclusion

  The return of the Leagues Cup to MLS Season Pass on Apple TV is a significant event for soccer fans across North America and beyond. With a monthlong tournament featuring all 47 clubs from MLS and Liga MX, fans can look forward to thrilling matches and intense competition. The partnership between Apple and Major League Soccer continues to bring innovative viewing experiences, making it easier for fans to stay connected to the sport they love. So, mark your calendars for July 26 and get ready to immerse yourself in the excitement of the Leagues Cup!

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