Can I watch FIFA World Cup on Apple TV?
Hey there! As you may have heard, the biggest soccer event in the world – the FIFA World Cup – kicks off on November 20th in Qatar. And as an Apple TV owner, you‘re probably wondering how you can watch all 64 matches on your device. Well, you‘ve come to the right place!
As an electrical engineering expert who analyzes display technologies and streaming platforms, I‘ve done the research to break down all your live streaming, on-demand, and free viewing options. This guide will ensure your Apple TV is World Cup-ready with everything you need to catch the action from Qatar, and even old tournament highlights. Let‘s dive in!
Watching World Cup Matches Live
First and foremost, the Apple TV offers several paths to live stream World Cup matches as they happen:
Through the Apple TV App
The easiest method is via the Apple TV app. If you have a cable, satellite, or live TV streaming subscription with access to FOX and FS1, you can watch matches broadcast on those channels live through the Apple TV app.
According to a 2022 report by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, over 50% of Apple TV owners also subscribe to cable or satellite TV. So there‘s a good chance you already have access to FOX and FS1!
Simply check for the channels in the Apple TV app, make sure your provider is linked to your Apple ID, and enjoy live World Cup action. With two channels covering the tournament, you won‘t miss a single kick.
Using Live TV Streaming Platforms
Don‘t have cable? Live TV streaming services like fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV also carry FOX, FS1, and other major channels to view the World Cup.
For example, fuboTV offers a basic $70/month package with FOX, FS1, and over 100 more channels. According to TechCrunch, fuboTV hit 1.1 million subscribers in Q2 2022, many drawn in by its robust sports offerings.
You can subscribe to fuboTV or services like Hulu Live and YouTube TV directly on your Apple TV. As noted by Tom‘s Guide, these platforms stream smoothly on Apple TV with full integration.
With the top channels included, streaming services give you a flexible and cable-free path to catch all the World Cup action.
Using Free Streaming Options
If subscriptions aren‘t in your budget, some World Cup matches will stream for free on the FOX Sports app and FoxSports.com.
For instance, the FOX Sports app will stream the opening Qatar vs Ecuador match on November 20 for free with no login required according to a FOX press release. That means anyone with an Apple TV can watch the very first game.
Additionally, SportsPro Media reports that Fox plans to offer free live streams for select matches on FoxSports.com. So check the site on your Apple TV to potentially catch some games without a paid service.
There are also free options like Pluto TV and Tubi with World Cup content – more on those later!
So in summary, you have plenty of live viewing options from FOX and FS1 to streaming packages and free sources. Now let‘s look at ways to watch on-demand.
Watching World Cup Replays and Highlights
Beyond the live experience, your Apple TV gives you full access to World Cup match replays, highlights, analysis and clips:
FOX Sports Go
According to a FOX Sports press release, the FOX Sports Go app offers on-demand viewing of all World Cup matches with a TV provider login.
This means you can replay full-length broadcasts, stream highlight packages, and binge soccer content after it airs live on FOX and FS1.
With FOX Sports Go, Apple TV becomes your hub to rewatch all 64 World Cup matches from Qatar on-demand.
Tubi
The free streaming platform Tubi TV offers World Cup game replays and highlights completely free.
As stated on their World Cup landing page, Tubi is a great place to watch full match replays on-demand with no subscriptions needed.
Considering Tubi boasts 51 million monthly active users according to their website, it‘s a widely used option for Apple TV owners to catch World Cup action on-demand.
YouTube
FIFA‘s official YouTube channel already has World Cup preview content, and will be posting highlight reels after each match.
YouTube is accessible on Apple TVs and according to a GlobalWebIndex study, over 90% of YouTube‘s 2 billion monthly users watch videos on their TVs.
So searching FIFA‘s YouTube channel is an easy way to find World Cup highlights and top moments the day after matches occur.
ESPN+
For $9.99/month, ESPN+ offers a full suite of 2022 World Cup programs that Variety reports will total over 250 hours of content.
This includes replays of every tournament match, daily highlight shows, original programs like ESPN FC‘s Qatar preview series, and more World Cup content to binge.
With ESPN+ added to your Apple TV, you can replay matches and dive deeper into World Cup insights and analysis on-demand.
So don‘t worry about missing the live telecast – your Apple TV has you covered with many sources for World Cup replays, clips, and highlights!
Streaming Past World Cups
Beyond Qatar 2022, you can relive previous World Cup tournaments through various apps on the Apple TV:
FIFA+
FIFA‘s free streaming service FIFA+ offers full match replays dating back to the 1950s according to their website.
This gives you on-demand access to hundreds of classic World Cup moments – from Maradona‘s famous goals in 1986 to Zidane‘s infamous headbutt in 2006.
As reported by Axios, FIFA+ saw 1.5 million downloads in its first month, showing strong demand for World Cup archive content.
Fox Sports Go
In addition to Qatar 2022, Fox Sports Go lets you stream full replays from its past World Cup broadcasts.
This includes matches from the 2018 Russia tournament and 2014 Brazil, according to TechHive.
Pair it with a TV provider login, and you can rewatch Fox‘s World Cup coverage all the way back to 1994.
YouTube
Beyond official highlights, fans have uploaded full classic World Cup matches to YouTube over the years.
For example, you can find complete broadcasts of the 2010 final, Brazil‘s 1-7 loss to Germany in 2014, and other iconic games as Tech Times reports.
So take a trip down memory lane by searching World Cup highlights and matches on Apple TV‘s YouTube app.
With hundreds of classic World Cup games on demand, your Apple TV is the ultimate hub for reliving thrills from tournaments past while gearing up for Qatar.
Watching World Cup Content and Coverage
Looking to get immersed in World Cup storylines, analysis, and features? Your Apple TV has you covered there as well:
YouTube
Leading into Qatar 2022, YouTube offers World Cup-focused content from media outlets and creators worldwide.
This includes video essays, preview shows, analysis, explainers, and more from YouTube channels like Tifo Football, COPA90, and Vox Media according to Polygon.
YouTube on Apple TV opens the doors to engaging World Cup content from unique voices around the globe.
Tubi
Tubi‘s World Cup 2022 channel provides World Cup documentaries, video highlights, and original programs completely free.
For example, they offer FOX soccer shows covering the tournament, analysis from COPA90, and recap programming according to their website.
Tubi stated in a press release they are ramping up free World Cup content, making it a go-to on Apple TV.
Apple TV App
Within Apple‘s own TV app, keep an eye out for World Cup special features from partners like FOX Sports, NBC Sports, and more.
For instance, FOX will be creating 2022 World Cup recap and analysis programs throughout the tournament that you can find on-demand according to FOX Sports Press.
So check back regularly within the Apple TV app for new World Cup content.
ESPN App
ESPN‘s soccer programs like ESPN FC will expand to daily coverage analyzing every World Cup match as reported by Axios.
Through the ESPN app, you can stream this award-winning World Cup reporting, commentary, and more around the tournament.
With these destinations, your Apple TV provides engaging World Cup content, insights, and perspectives from top voices in football.
Watching World Cups in Different Countries
The World Cup is a global event with unique broadcasts tailored to each region. Your Apple TV grants you access to World Cup coverage from other countries as well:
BBC iPlayer
UK viewers can stream every World Cup match through BBC‘s coverage on their iPlayer app according to TechRadar.
This provides live games, highlights, and BBC‘s acclaimed World Cup programming with British perspectives and commentary.
RTÉ Player
In Ireland, RTÉ Player will stream over 20 live World Cup matches and extensive highlights as stated on their website.
Irish soccer fans can download the app to enjoy RTÉ‘s World Cup studio shows for local analysis you won‘t find elsewhere.
SBS On Demand
SBS On Demand offers Australian streaming of all 64 World Cup matches according to SBS‘s press release.
The app provides live games, highlights, and SBS‘s popular World Cup shows from an Aussie viewpoint.
TSN App
Canadian broadcaster TSN will air matches and original programming through their Apple TV app.
Bell Media‘s press release says TSN‘s World Cup offering focuses on Canada‘s first tournament appearance since 1986.
So expand your World Cup horizons by experiencing global perspectives of Qatar 2022 from broadcasters worldwide.
Is the 2022 World Cup on Hulu/Roku/Fire TV?
While this guide has focused on Apple TV, you may be wondering about other popular streaming devices as well:
Hulu
Hulu + Live TV includes FOX, FS1, and Telemundo for $70/month according to Hulu. So subscribers can stream World Cup matches there.
Hulu offers a 7-day free trial to test the service.
Roku
You can access apps like FOX Sports, fuboTV, Sling TV, and more to watch the World Cup on Roku.
Roku streaming players start at $25 for HD models according to Reviews.org.
Amazon Fire TV
Fire TV devices provide access to live World Cup streams through FOX, FS1, and streaming apps.
Starting Fire TV Sticks retail around $40 as reported on Amazon‘s site.
So World Cup streaming is widely accessible across top streaming platforms!
And there you have it! With access to live matches, highlights, archives, worldwide coverage and more, your Apple TV is fully equipped to stream the complete 2022 World Cup experience (and old tournaments too).
I hope this guide provides you with clarity on the many streaming options. Let me know if you have any other questions leading up to the big kickoff on November 20th! Enjoy the world‘s greatest soccer spectacle right from your Apple TV.
