lectronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Major League Soccer (MLS) announced that *EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile* players will be able to watch four select matches of the 2025 MLS regular season through the in-game FCM TV portal, made possible by a live simulcast of MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. This marks a milestone moment in the continued partnership between EA SPORTS FC, MLS, and MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, and a first for EA SPORTS in bringing live sports matches to fans worldwide.
The excitement kicks off this Saturday, May 10, with a MLS Cup 2024 presented by Audi final rematch between reigning champions LA Galaxy and the New York Red Bulls broadcast live to EA SPORTS FC Mobile players at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET / 23:30PM UTC. Additionally, EA SPORTS FC Mobile players can access the Football Centre, a central hub for up-to-date content based on global football events, to play each matchup in-game and complete a featured Showdown Player Exchange before watching the action live.
“By being able to watch select live MLS Season Pass matches within EA SPORTS FC Mobile, we’re continuing a commitment to our players to bring them closer to the game they love, by investing in innovation and growing experiences offered through our platform,” said Lawrence Koh, VP, EA SPORTS FC Mobile. “Alongside our partners at MLS and Apple TV, we share a dedication to a fan-first future of football, and we look forward to the reaction from fans worldwide as we continue to build on this moment for the future of EA SPORTS FC Mobile.”
Later this month, on May 17, the second match to be broadcast live on FCM TV will feature Atlanta United FC taking on the Philadelphia Union at 4:30PM PT / 7:30PM ET / 23:30PM UTC. The final two MLS Season Pass matches to be streamed within EA SPORTS FC Mobile will be held in September, with matchups to be announced at a later date.
By tuning into FCM TV to watch these live broadcasts of MLS matchups, EA SPORTS FC Mobile players will be rewarded with in-game currency. For those who can’t get enough football action, players will also get a free 1-month trial of MLS Season Pass, with more details on how to access and redeem here.
“This collaboration with EA SPORTS and Apple TV underscores MLS’s commitment to pushing boundaries, innovation and fan-first experiences," said Camilo Durana, Executive VP at Major League Soccer. “By bringing select live MLS Season Pass matches to EA SPORTS FC Mobile, we’re reaching new and digitally native audiences around the world and continuing to broaden the way we’re building relationships with fans. It’s easier than ever to experience the excitement of MLS, our Clubs, our world-class players and our vibrant supporters.”
For more news and information on EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile, stay tuned to the official website and social channels across Instagram, X, and YouTube. Download the game on the App Store and Google Play Store to play Anywhere For the Club.
Source: https://www.atlutd.com/news/ea-sports-fc-mobile-mls-apple-tv-four-live-match-broadcasts-players
