Key Points
- Lionel Messi’s historic MLS Cup Playoffs debut will stream free on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
- The match between Inter Miami CF and Atlanta United FC will be broadcast on October 25 at 8:30 p.m. EDT
- MLS Season Pass will provide every match of the postseason, including the MLS Cup final, for $9.99 for the remainder of the season
UPDATE: Lionel Messi’s historic MLS Cup Playoffs debut to stream free on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
In a major coup for Apple TV, Lionel Messi’s historic MLS Cup Playoffs debut will stream free on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. The match between top-seeded Inter Miami CF and Atlanta United FC will take place on October 25 at 8:30 p.m. EDT. This marks a significant moment in the world of soccer, as Messi makes his first-ever appearance in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
The match will be broadcast on Apple TV, as well as on apple.com, in Apple Store locations around the world, and on TikTok. Fans can tune in on Apple TV to enjoy the match in its entirety, and have an incredible breadth of options to watch live, including through the Apple TV app on Apple devices, smart TVs, and streaming devices.
In addition to the free stream, MLS Season Pass will provide every match of the postseason, including the MLS Cup final, for $9.99 for the remainder of the season. Existing Apple TV+ subscribers can sign up for a subscription to MLS Season Pass for free for the remainder of the 2024 season.
"This is a historic moment, and we’re thrilled that viewers have such an extensive array of ways to watch," said Eddy Cue, Apple’s senior vice president of Services. "Our partnership with MLS has brought the sport to global audiences in innovative ways, and making this opening playoff match available at no cost is another example of our commitment to connect with fans."
The MLS Cup Playoffs are expected to be intense, with top-ranked clubs vying to claim the 29th MLS Cup. Fans can follow the action on the Apple Sports app, which provides scores, stats, standings, and play-by-play information for all MLS Cup Playoffs matches.
How to Watch on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MLS Season Pass will broadcast every match of the postseason, including the MLS Cup final, for $9.99 for the remainder of the season. Fans can access MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app on Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, and game consoles, as well as on the web at tv.apple.com. Fans can also access MLS Season Pass from the Apple TV app on Apple Vision Pro, where they can watch games alongside other apps in their physical space.
Follow the MLS Cup Playoffs with the Apple Sports App
The free Apple Sports app for iPhone is the best way for fans to stay up to date on scores, stats, standings, and their favorite clubs throughout the MLS Cup Playoffs. The app provides easy navigation between scores and upcoming games, as well as play-by-play information, team stats, lineup details, live betting odds, and the ability to watch matches on MLS Season Pass in the Apple TV app.
For more information on how to watch the MLS Cup Playoffs on Apple TV, visit apple.co/MLS.
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