Can You Watch MLS in the UK
Can You Watch MLS in the UK

Interest in Major League Soccer has grown steadily in the UK, driven by high-profile players, improved production quality, and easier global access.

From the 2026 season onward, MLS viewing in the UK follows a clear, centralised model. This article answers a common question UK fans ask:

Can you watch MLS legally in the UK for free, or at least at a low cost?

Is There a Fully Free and Legal Way to Watch MLS in the UK?

The short answer: No.

There is no UK website or TV channel that legally streams all MLS matches for free.

However, UK fans can:

  • Watch selected matches for free

  • Watch all matches at a relatively low monthly cost

Read more:

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- MLS 2026 Season Preview: Dates, World Cup Pause, Apple TV Changes, and What US Fans Should Watch

Free and Legal MLS Viewing Options in the UK (Limited)

Free MLS Matches on Apple TV

From 2026, Apple TV is the exclusive global broadcaster of MLS, including in the UK.

Apple regularly makes:

  • A small number of MLS matches available free

  • No paid subscription required

  • Only an Apple ID needed

Official streaming links (UK)

Apple TV (UK): https://tv.apple.com/gb MLS hub on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/gb/channel/mls/tvs.sbd.7000

You can watch free matches on:

  • Web browser (PC/Mac)

  • Smart TVs

  • iPhone, iPad

  • Apple TV streaming box

Limitations

  • Matches are selected by Apple

  • Not suitable for following one club consistently

Highlights and Match Clips (Free, No Full Games)

MLS offers free short-form content:

  • Match highlights

  • Goals

  • Recaps

Official sources

MLS official site: https://www.mlssoccer.com MLS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MLS

These platforms do not provide live or full-match streaming.

Cheapest Way to Watch Every MLS Match in the UK

Apple TV Subscription (Full Coverage)

From 2026, every MLS match is included directly with an Apple TV subscription.
The former “MLS Season Pass” no longer exists.

Apple TV pricing in the UK

  • Monthly: ~£8.99

  • Annual: ~£89.99

What you get

  • Every regular-season and playoff match

  • No blackouts

  • Live + on-demand replays

  • Global broadcast quality

Official subscription pages

Subscribe to Apple TV (UK): https://tv.apple.com/gb/subscribe

Apple account sign-in: https://appleid.apple.com

Why this matters for UK fans

  • No UK broadcaster (Sky, TNT Sports, BBC, ITV) carries MLS

  • Apple TV is the only platform with full MLS access

Why Traditional UK Sports TV Is Not an MLS Option

In the UK:

  • Sky Sports

  • TNT Sports

  • BBC / ITV

None hold MLS live broadcast rights.

UK TV coverage is limited to:

  • Occasional news mentions

  • Online highlights only

Conclusion:

There is no cable or satellite alternative to Apple TV for MLS in the UK.

Cost vs Value Comparison (UK, 2026)

Cost vs Value Comparison (UK, 2026)
Cost vs Value Comparison (UK, 2026)

Smart, Low-Cost Strategies for UK Fans

Watch every week: Apple TV annual plan

Watch occasionally: Free matches on Apple TV + highlights

Avoid: Illegal streaming sites (poor quality, legal and security risks)

For many UK fans, Apple TV costs less per month than a single sports add-on, while offering full MLS access.

Final Verdict for MLS Fans in the UK

No platform offers all MLS matches for free, legally

Apple TV is the cheapest and only complete MLS solution from 2026

Free matches and highlights are useful, but limited

For UK viewers, MLS is now easier to watch, cheaper, and clearer than ever before.