Overview
- Apple confirmed that all 62 Leagues Cup matches will stream on Apple TV beginning Tuesday, Aug. 4, at no extra charge to subscribers in more than 100 countries.
- The tournament uses a 36‑team knockout format with Phase One from Aug. 4–13, quarterfinals Aug. 25–27, semifinals Sept. 1–2, and the final and third‑place match on Sept. 6.
- The champion, runner‑up and third‑place finisher will each earn a spot in the 2027 Concacaf Champions Cup and the winner advances directly to that competition’s Round of 16.
- Apple’s coverage will include English, Spanish and French commentary where available, studio companion shows, returning analysts Pável Pardo and Francisco “Kikín” Fonseca, plus integrated scores, playlists and stadium guides across Apple services; a selection of games will also air on traditional broadcasters in North America.
- The tournament features high‑profile debuts from players such as Antoine Griezmann, Robert Lewandowski and Casemiro and opens with defending champion Seattle Sounders facing Toluca at Estadio Nemesio Díez, a slate that both raises competitive interest and tests Apple’s bid to convert recent soccer momentum into steady streaming audiences.