FIFA World Cup fever hits D.C. as Apple TV offers free streaming of MLS Cup this Saturday

This Saturday, the MLS Cup streams free on Apple TV in over 100 countries and regions.
Amid the electric buzz of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final draw at the Kennedy Center, where 48 nations learned their group-stage fates in the historic North American tournament, Apple dropped a game-changer for U.S. soccer fans: the 2025 MLS Cup will stream absolutely free on Apple TV this Saturday, December 6th. The announcement, timed perfectly with the global soccer spotlight on the nation’s capital, promises to crown a new champion — Inter Miami CF versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC — as millions tune in without a paywall, complete with cutting-edge iPhone 17 Pro Max footage for an immersive broadcast experience.
U.S. President Donald Trump was awarded the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize by FIFA president Gianni Infantino at Friday’s 2026 World Cup draw in Washington, D.C.
Adding to the day’s diplomatic flair, U.S. President Donald Trump was honored with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize, a newly minted accolade from soccer’s governing body recognizing “exceptional actions for peace that unite the world.” Presented by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the draw ceremony, the award lauds Trump’s role in brokering a Gaza ceasefire and securing the release of Israeli hostages, marking the significance of his global mediation efforts. With world leaders from co-hosts Canada and Mexico in attendance, the event underscored soccer’s power to bridge divides, setting the stage for a summer showdown across the continent.
A new champion will be crowned this Saturday, December 6th, as Inter Miami CF hosts Vancouver Whitecaps FC for the 2025 MLS Cup presented by Audi — the culmination of Major League Soccer’s historic 30th season. The match will stream free in over 100 countries and regions on Apple TV at 2:30 p.m. ET.
Saturday will mark the MLS Cup debut for both teams, ensuring a first-time champion to cap the league’s 30th season. The matchup also features the first MLS meeting between international soccer icons Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller. Inter Miami defeated New York City FC 5-1 to clinch the club’s first Eastern Conference championship. The Vancouver Whitecaps clinched the Western Conference Final, defeating San Diego FC 3-1 on the road.
Apple TV offers a breadth of options for watching the championship match live, including through the Apple TV app on Apple devices, Android devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, and game consoles, as well as on the web at tv.apple.com,. The MLS Cup will also be broadcast live in Times Square in the heart of New York City on SILVERCAST Media’s high-definition Mega-Zilla, a digital TV display spanning an entire city block.
Broadcast enhancements for the season finale include more than 30 cameras — the most of any MLS Cup — including goal robotic cameras, a referee cam, dedicated ISO cams on coaches and players, and drone coverage. In a first for a live MLS broadcast, MLS Cup 2025 will integrate additional live game footage captured on four iPhone 17 Pro Max positioned throughout Chase Stadium, bringing fans closer to the action than ever before.
With the free Apple Sports app for iPhone, users can enjoy play-by-play information, team stats, lineup details, live betting odds, and Live Activities.
MacDailyNews Note: Coverage will begin at 1:30 p.m. ET on Apple TV with pregame shows MLS Countdown and MLS La Previa broadcasting live from Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The match will feature English commentary from Jake Zivin, Taylor Twellman, and Jillian Sakovits, and Spanish commentary from Sammy Sadovnik, Diego Valeri, and Antonella González. Postgame recap shows MLS Wrap-Up and MLS El Resumen will also broadcast live from the venue.

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