Here is how to watch the 2026 Leagues Cup on TV and streaming. Every match in the MLS vs Liga MX tournament (August 4 to September 6, 2026) is on Apple TV through MLS Season Pass, with a selection of games also on US broadcast and Spanish-language partners. This page covers where to watch by region, how MLS Season Pass works, which matches are free, and viewing notes for each stage.
2026 Leagues Cup on TV: Quick Facts
Last updated: July 10, 2026
- Streaming home: Apple TV (MLS Season Pass), every match
- US TV partners: select matches on FOX and FS1
- Spanish language: TUDN and Univision (select matches)
- Availability: 100+ countries and regions, no local blackouts
- Dates: August 4 to September 6, 2026
- Devices: Apple TV app on phone, tablet, smart TV, web
Where to Watch the 2026 Leagues Cup
The streaming home is the same everywhere; the free-to-air and Spanish-language options vary by region. Confirmed broadcast windows are announced closer to kickoff.
| Where | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| US – Streaming | Apple TV (MLS Season Pass) | Every match, no blackouts; subscribe in the Apple TV app |
| US – TV | Select matches on FOX and FS1 | Free-to-air and cable windows for marquee games |
| US – Spanish | TUDN and Univision (select) | Spanish-language broadcast partners |
| Mexico | Apple TV plus local partners | MLS Season Pass in-app; check local Liga MX carriers |
| International | Apple TV (MLS Season Pass) | Available in 100+ countries and regions |
How MLS Season Pass Works for Leagues Cup
MLS Season Pass is a subscription inside the Apple TV app, and it carries every 2026 Leagues Cup match with no local blackouts. You can subscribe monthly or for the season, and the same login works across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV boxes, smart TVs with the Apple TV app, and the web. Coverage runs in more than 100 countries and regions, so travelers and international fans get the full slate. Match replays and condensed games are available after full time.
Which 2026 Leagues Cup Matches Are Free?
A selection of marquee matches airs on US broadcast partners FOX and FS1, and those FOX windows are free to air with an antenna or a basic cable package. Spanish-language coverage on TUDN and Univision is available through those carriers. Every other match, including most Phase One fixtures, is on MLS Season Pass only. The league confirms the exact free-to-air list and kickoff times closer to the tournament.
Viewing Guide by Stage
Phase One (August 4 to 12) delivers 54 cross-border MLS vs Liga MX matches, with games spread across afternoons and evenings; nearly all stream on MLS Season Pass. The knockout rounds bring bigger TV windows: the quarterfinals (August 25 to 27) and semifinals (September 1 to 2) are the likeliest broadcast slots, and the Final and Third-Place match on September 6 headline the closing day. For the full fixture list and key dates, see our schedule page, and use the bracket page to track the knockout draw.
2026 Leagues Cup on TV: Frequently Asked Questions
How can I watch the 2026 Leagues Cup?
Every 2026 Leagues Cup match streams on Apple TV through an MLS Season Pass subscription, in more than 100 countries and regions with no local blackouts. In the United States, a selection of matches also airs on FOX and FS1, with Spanish-language coverage on TUDN and Univision.
Do I need MLS Season Pass to watch Leagues Cup?
To watch every match you need MLS Season Pass, which is added inside the Apple TV app and works on phones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming boxes, and the web. The marquee games shown on FOX, FS1, TUDN, or Univision can be watched without it.
Is any Leagues Cup match free to watch?
Yes. The matches carried by broadcast partners such as FOX are free to air, and TUDN and Univision windows are available through those carriers. Everything else is on MLS Season Pass, which is a paid subscription.
What channel is the 2026 Leagues Cup Final on?
The Final on September 6, 2026 streams on Apple TV via MLS Season Pass, and is expected to be one of the matches carried by a US broadcast partner. The exact channel and kickoff time are confirmed by the league closer to the date.
When does the 2026 Leagues Cup start?
The tournament runs August 4 to September 6, 2026. Phase One begins August 4, the knockout rounds follow later in August, and the Final and Third-Place match are on September 6.
More 2026 Leagues Cup Coverage
- 2026 Leagues Cup Schedule: Dates, Format and Key Dates
- 2026 Leagues Cup Bracket: Printable Knockout PDF
- 2026 Leagues Cup Standings: MLS and Liga MX Tables
- 2026-27 European Soccer Hub: Schedules and Standings
- Printable Brackets: Free Tournament Bracket PDFs
Source: Leagues Cup official site.
