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MLS returns to Apple TV with Maps guides and playlists
Apple is bringing MLS back to Apple TV on July 16 with six matches, plus new Apple Maps guides, Apple Music playlists, and a Thomas Müller Fitness+ episode.
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With the 2026 World Cup nearing its end, Major League Soccer resumes on Apple TV tomorrow, and Apple is using the restart to push MLS-themed features across Apple Maps, Apple Music, Apple Sports, and Apple Fitness+.
Apple said six matches are scheduled over the next few days:
- Thursday, July 16
- CF Montréal vs. Toronto FC (7:30 p.m. ET)
- Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (8:30 p.m. ET)
- St. Louis CITY SC vs. Sporting Kansas City (8:30 p.m. ET)
- Seattle Sounders vs. Portland Timbers (10:30 p.m. ET)
- Friday, July 17
- Nashville SC vs. Atlanta United FC (8:10 p.m. ET)
- LA Galaxy vs. Los Angeles Football Club (10:15 p.m. ET)
Alongside the regular-season return, Apple is adding a new Time to Walk episode for Apple Fitness+ subscribers featuring Thomas Müller. Apple says the German soccer star reflects on the work he put in before his career took off and talks about embracing major life changes.
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Apple Music is also getting exclusive playlists from players including Real Salt Lake’s Diego Luna and FC Cincinnati’s Evander da Silva Ferreira, plus team-themed playlists for clubs such as the New York Red Bulls, New York City FC, and Orlando City SC, with more from both conferences.
On Apple Maps, Apple is launching Matchday Guides created by MLS clubs, along with city guides from players. The company says these will help fans find local restaurants to watch matches, explore city picks, and get stadium information. In the Apple Sports app, users can track live scores, standings, play-by-play updates, lineup formations, and team stats.
Apple also said adidas will host a two-day celebration at the adidas Home of Soccer in Brooklyn, New York, on July 16 and 17, with watch parties, MLS player appearances, a jersey showcase, and other fan events.
MLS matches are available at no extra cost to Apple TV subscribers in more than 100 countries and regions. Apple TV costs $12.99 per month or is available through the Apple One bundle.
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