Apple has made another foray into the world of sports, having launched an application named ‘Apple Sports’.
The app, which dropped this Wednesday, presents users with an all-in-one avenue for checking scores, stats, and betting odds, among other features. It features content from the top leagues in the world, including the NBA, NHL, NCAA, Premier League, and MLS. The NFL, MLB, NCAAF, NWSL, and WNBA will become available when their seasons kick off.
The Bundesliga, LaLiga, Liga MX, Ligue 1, and Serie A are also supported on ‘Apple Sports’ right now.
Per the Apple Store:
Your real-time scores and stats app, fast and simple.
• Get play-by-play updates, betting odds, box scores, and more.
• Customize your scoreboard by following teams, tournaments, and leagues—including MLS, MLB, NBA, WNBA, NHL, Premier League, NCAA basketball, and many more.
• Quickly sync your favorite teams and leagues from the Apple TV app and Apple News.
• Enjoy an incredibly fast and easy-to-navigate app designed for sports fans.
• Tap to watch live games on the Apple TV app and connected streaming apps.
The company owns the streaming rights for the MLS and launched its ‘MLS Season Pass’ in 2023. It has also been streaming Friday Night Baseball since 2023.
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As such, the new app also provides a portal through which users can stream games, as well as use Apple TV+ or various other streaming services.
As for betting, wagers cannot be placed via the new app. The company says users have the option of disabling odds.
