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Apple TV+ and football: what to expect in 2026

By La rédaction IPTV-Football.frUpdated on

Quick answer

Apple TV+ is not a live football service in France. It is a platform of original series and films, with an approximate price of around €9.99/month. Apple streams North America's Major League Soccer through a separate paid 'MLS Season Pass', but holds no rights to Ligue 1, the Champions League or the major European leagues. For French and European football, it is therefore not the subscription to prioritise.

Does Apple TV+ show football?

Two things must be distinguished. Apple TV+ is Apple's series-and-films streaming service, with no live football in France. Separately, Apple offers the 'MLS Season Pass', a subscription dedicated to Major League Soccer (the North American league), sold on its own. In France, Apple broadcasts neither Ligue 1, nor the Champions League, nor LaLiga, Serie A or the Bundesliga.

We include Apple TV+ in this comparison for honesty: many fans wonder whether it lets them watch European football. The answer is no, apart from MLS via a separate pass.

Approximate prices

Apple — approximate 2026 prices
ServiceApprox. priceFootball
Apple TV+≈ €9.99/moSeries and films, no live European football
MLS Season PassSeparate paid optionMajor League Soccer (North American league)
All prices are approximate and may change. Check the exact price on the broadcaster's official site before subscribing.

Compatible devices

Apple TV+ and the MLS Season Pass run through the Apple TV app, available on iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV, but also many smart TVs, Fire TV, Chromecast, consoles and browsers. The ecosystem is not limited to Apple devices.

Is Apple TV+ right for you?

For a French or European football fan, Apple TV+ is not a priority: there is no Ligue 1 or Champions League. Its only football value is if you follow MLS, via the dedicated pass. Otherwise, treat it as a series-and-films service, not a sports subscription.

Frequently asked questions

Does Apple TV+ show Ligue 1?

No. Apple TV+ shows neither Ligue 1 nor the Champions League in France. Its only football content is MLS via the separate MLS Season Pass.

What's the difference between Apple TV+ and the Apple TV app?

Apple TV+ is the paid series-and-films service. The Apple TV app is the app that gathers your subscriptions and purchases, possibly including the MLS Season Pass.

How much is Apple TV+?

As a guide, around €9.99/month. The MLS Season Pass is a separate paid option.