Apple released Apple Sports 4.2 update today, adding support for seven additional soccer leagues in Asia and Europe and expanding the formations feature across most soccer leagues in the app. The update lands one day after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.
The formations view shows the starting lineup for any match laid out as a tactical shape rather than just a list of names. Apple introduced this feature during World Cup coverage. Competing apps like FotMob and SofaScore have offered it for years. Rolling it out league-wide means fans tracking non-World Cup competitions now get the same tactical detail.
What’s new in version 4.2
- Seven new soccer leagues added, spanning Asia and Europe
- Formations view now available across most soccer leagues
Apple has not disclosed which leagues were added. The existing lineup already covers the major European competitions, including the Premier League, Bundesliga, LaLiga, Serie A, Ligue 1, Champions League, and Europa League, along with a range of South American leagues. The seven additions continue expansion into Asian and European markets the app had not yet reached, likely covering competitions in Japan, South Korea, Turkey, or Portugal.
Apple Sports’ broader growth
Apple Sports launched in February 2024 in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. As of May 2026, the app is available in more than 170 countries and regions, with over 90 markets added earlier this year. The app remains iPhone-only.
Apple’s sports strategy extends beyond the app. The company holds global streaming rights to MLS, with every match available live on Apple TV in more than 100 countries and no blackouts. MLS returned on July 16. Apple Sports functions as a companion to that investment, giving fans a place to track scores, lineups, and stats for MLS and dozens of other competitions.
The formations feature enhancement makes that role more meaningful for fans seeking tactical context alongside live results.
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