Your Ultimate Guide to Catching Every Major League Soccer Match in 2026
The 2026 MLS campaign has begun, and the competition is more accessible than ever for global audiences looking to follow America's premier men's soccer league.
Throughout recent years, MLS has experienced tremendous growth in viewership, with the organization anticipating substantial increases in the period surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup, jointly hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The league's 31st campaign also features some of soccer's most legendary talents, including consecutive MVP champion Lionel Messi playing alongside Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suárez at Inter Miami, Son Heung-min representing LAFC, Thomas Müller joining Vancouver Whitecaps and James Rodríguez suiting up for Minnesota United, plus many more.
Elevated by this exceptional talent pool, how supporters experience MLS across the United States, Canada and globally continues to evolve.
Below is your complete guide to accessing and viewing MLS matches in 2026.
Where to Watch MLS in the United States and Canada
Where to Watch MLS in the United States and Canada
With 27 of 30 franchises located in the United States, domestic viewership represents the largest audience, where matches will stream on Apple TV, plus selected games broadcast on FOX Sports, FS1 and FOX Sports Deportes, along with additional networks during the campaign.
For Canadian viewers, Apple TV will broadcast every match, while TSN will air selected English-language games, focusing on Vancouver Whitecaps FC and Toronto FC, and RDS will provide French commentary for CF Montréal contests.
Internationally, Apple TV serves as the league's exclusive viewing platform, offering unrestricted access without blackouts or broadcast delays.
Do I Still Need MLS Season Pass?
Do I Still Need MLS Season Pass?
No longer necessary. MLS and Apple TV have eliminated the viewing barrier, incorporating league coverage into standard Apple TV subscriptions instead of requiring separate purchases.
All regular season matches, MLS Cup playoffs, and Leagues Cup games are now accessible to Apple TV+ subscribers for $12.99 monthly or $99.99 annually.
Previously, most programming required separate MLS Season Pass subscriptions, sold independently from Apple TV+. Apple TV+ has recently rebranded to Apple TV.
MLS season ticket holders, who previously received complimentary MLS Season Pass access, will now enjoy full Apple TV streaming services and content library.
News for MLS on Apple TV
News for MLS on Apple TV
MLS coverage on Apple TV will present a modified format in 2026 compared to previous campaigns. The league and Apple substantially reduced Spanish-language commentary personnel and eliminated the Spanish edition of the MLS 360 wraparound program. Additionally, the MLS Wrap Up weekend show will reportedly operate without on-camera studio personalities.
For English-language broadcasts, the league will again deploy play-by-play and analyst teams to venues, following several 2025 matches called remotely from a Florida-based studio.
The updated structure features an enhanced Saturday specialty broadcast, plus the return of Sunday Night Soccer, which debuted in 2025. However, Sunday Night Soccer presenter Andrew Wiebe has transitioned to the Saturday specialty program.
How to Watch Inter Miami and other MLS teams Outside of League Play
How to Watch Inter Miami and other MLS teams Outside of League Play
2025 MLS Cup winners Inter Miami and various other MLS clubs will pursue championships beyond the MLS Supporters' Shield, MLS Cup and Leagues Cup competitions featured on Apple TV, requiring supporters to access additional viewing options for complete coverage.
For Concacaf Champions Cup matches, American supporters of the eight participating clubs must access FOX Sports or FS1. Canadian fans can follow the Whitecaps and three Canadian Premier League sides through OneSoccer coverage.
Nineteen MLS clubs will participate in national cup competitions, with U.S. Open Cup matches available on YouTube and CBS Sports Golazo Network, while Canadian Championship games stream on OneSoccer and FS1.