If you’re wondering is MLS free on Apple TV, the short version is: no, it’s not totally free—but yes, some matches are available at no extra cost, depending on what you subscribe to. AdiyaBall will walk you through exactly what’s free, what costs, and how to get the most out of watching MLS on Apple TV.
What is MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
MLS Season Pass is Apple’s streaming package that gives you live access to all Major League Soccer matches, including the regular season, playoffs, Leagues Cup, and other select MLS content. It’s part of a 10-year media deal between Apple and MLS, which started in 2023.
You can subscribe. It’s separate from Apple TV+ in terms of content—MLS Season Pass is purely for MLS.
What is free
There are several situations in which you can watch some MLS content for free via Apple TV:
Sunday Night Soccer
- As of the 2025 season, Apple TV+ subscribers (just for Apple TV+ service) get one featured MLS game per week—“Sunday Night Soccer”—without needing an extra subscription to MLS Season Pass.
- Special free match promotions
- Occasionally, Apple and MLS run free broadcasts of certain games. For example, in past seasons some opening matches or special fixtures have been made available either to everyone or to Apple TV+ subscribers without the full Season Pass.
- Discounted free-access periods or trials
- There have been offers where Apple TV+ subscribers get discounts on the MLS Season Pass or special pricing for the rest of the season. These reduce costs significantly (not full free, but better deals).
So: yes, some content is free or comes bundled, but not the full MLS season.
What you must pay for
To watch all MLS content on Apple TV, you’ll generally need MLS Season Pass. Here are the current rates and what you get:
- Monthly subscription: around $14.99/month for non-Apple TV+ subscribers.
- Season subscription: around $99/season for non-Apple TV+ subscribers.
- If you are an Apple TV+ subscriber, you usually get a discount—something like $12.99/month or $79 for the season.
The subscription covers every match, with no blackouts, plus extras like pre-/post-match shows, highlights, and multi-language commentary.
Summary: So, is MLS free on Apple TV?
- Is MLS completely free on Apple TV? No – unless you only want to watch select matches like Sunday Night Soccer or catch one of the special free broadcasts.
- Is it possible to watch some MLS content for free if you have Apple TV+? Yes – the Sunday night game each week and certain promotions are free, but this does not include full coverage.
If you want every MLS match, the full Season Pass is necessary (unless you get lucky with a promotion).
Tips to get the best value
- If you’re planning to watch lots of MLS, the season pass is usually the best bang.
- If you already subscribe to Apple TV+, make sure you use the discounted rate.
- Keep an eye out for free match promotions, especially Sunday Night Soccer.
- Check if your TV provider (like Xfinity or DirecTV) offers MLS Season Pass as part of a bundle or at a discount.
Conclusion
Is MLS free on Apple TV? ot fully. You can catch some games for free—especially the weekly featured Sunday Night Soccer match and occasional specials—but the full suite of MLS matches requires a subscription via MLS Season Pass. The subscription gives you everything: every game, the playoffs, Leagues Cup, multiple show formats, no blackouts, etc.
If you’re a serious MLS fan, MLS Season Pass is your ticket. If you usually watch only one marquee match, Apple TV+ might cover that part. AdiyaBall recommends checking your streaming habits: if you watch more than a couple games a month, the subscription will likely pay off.
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