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Apple TV Subscribers to Get MLS Playoff Matches Without MLS Season Pass Requirement
ByAinvest
Sunday, Oct 19, 2025 11:25 am ET1min read
Major League Soccer playoff matches will be available to all Apple TV subscribers, eliminating the need for the MLS Season Pass subscription. This change comes after Apple acquired the rights to broadcast Formula 1 races in the US as part of the base subscription. The MLS Season Pass, which costs $99 per season, has been criticized for its additional paywall, and the new development could be a sign that Apple is reevaluating its strategy for the MLS Season Pass product.
Apple Inc. and Comcast Corp.’s NBCUniversal have announced a new streaming bundle that combines Apple TV+ and Peacock, set to debut on October 20. This $15-a-month package offers significant savings over individual subscriptions, providing access to a wide range of content, including live events like the NBA and popular franchises like Ted Lasso and blockbuster movies, according to a .The bundle includes the ad-supported Peacock Premium while a $20-a-month version offers mostly ad-free content. Apple TV+ subscribers on Apple One Family or Premier plans can access Peacock Premium Plus at a 35% discount, according to . This collaboration marks the first time both companies have combined their content catalogs in one package, giving subscribers access to a vast library of originals, sports, live events, and blockbuster films, Benzinga noted.
In a significant move for sports fans, Major League Soccer (MLS) playoff matches will be available to all Apple TV subscribers, eliminating the need for the MLS Season Pass subscription. This change comes after Apple acquired the rights to broadcast Formula 1 races in the US as part of the base subscription. The MLS Season Pass, which costs $99 per season, has been criticized for its additional paywall, and the new development could be a sign that Apple is reevaluating its strategy for the MLS Season Pass product, as Bloomberg reported.
The new bundle is priced at $14.99 per month for Apple TV+ and Peacock Premium or $19.99 for the Premium Plus option. The bundle unites two complementary platforms that cater to fans of both cinematic storytelling and live programming, Benzinga reported.
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