Apple Nears Historic Deal with FIFA for Exclusive Streaming Rights

The agreement, potentially worth $1 billion, would grant Apple global TV rights for a new month-long Club World Cup, raising concerns among FIFA executives about limited free-to-air access.

Apple is close to securing a groundbreaking deal with FIFA to obtain worldwide television rights for a new Club World Cup tournament.
The deal, estimated at around $1 billion, could be announced as early as this month and would be the first of its kind for FIFA.
Concerns have been raised by FIFA executives regarding the lack of free-to-air rights, which could restrict tournament viewing to Apple TV+ subscribers.
The tournament is set to take place in the U.S. next summer, featuring 32 top international soccer clubs.
Apple's move is part of a broader strategy to enhance its streaming service, following previous deals for Major League Soccer and Major League Baseball.