Apple TV+, which started broadcasting in 2019, has made great progress since then. Apple, which wants to increase the variety of content, has recently turned to sports competitions. The company kept its target big this time.
Apple TV+ to bid for English Premier League broadcast rights
Apple entered the football world by acquiring the broadcast rights to Major League Soccer (MLS) for its digital streaming platform in June last year. Receiving the return of its investments immediately, the company set its target this time as the English Premier League, which is shown as the best league in the world.
According to The Daily Mail, Apple TV+ is planning a bid for the English Premier League broadcast rights. On the other hand, it is stated that the offer will first be made on the rights to broadcast in the UK. According to the negotiations with broadcasters such as Sky Sports, BT Sport, the broadcasting area may increase.
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Apple TV+’s English Premier League venture isn’t its first for Europe. According to the information that has emerged in the past months, Apple is considering broadcasting the Dutch football league Eredivisie on Apple TV +. It is expected to cost 150 to 200 million euros per year. In addition, it is stated that Amazon and Netflix are also in the circuit for broadcast rights.
Apple is preparing to begin broadcasting Major League Soccer (MLS), the Canadian and American football leagues. Matches will air from February 1, 2023, with subscription options of $15 per month and $99 all season. It will also currently be priced at $13 per month for Apple TV+ members, and $79 per season. Apple’s annual 250 million dollars The deal will be valid for 10 years.