Inter Miami CF, the reigning MLS Cup champions, kicked off their 2026 Preseason Champions Tour with a match against Alianza Lima in Peru. Fans globally can watch the remaining three South American preseason matches through a pay-per-view streaming service, OneFootball. The tour is a crucial preparation for Inter Miami's highly anticipated 2026 MLS season, which begins in February and will see all league matches available on Apple TV.
Champions Tour Schedule and Viewing Options
Inter Miami's 2026 Preseason Champions Tour features four matches across South America and the Caribbean, providing fans an early look at the squad. The tour began on Saturday, January 24, with a friendly against Peruvian powerhouse Alianza Lima at Estadio Alejandro Villanueva in Lima, Peru.[mlssoccer+3]
The team continues its tour on Saturday, January 31, facing Colombian giants Atlético Nacional at Estadio Atanasio Girardot in MedellÃn, Colombia. On Saturday, February 7, Inter Miami travels to Ecuador to play Barcelona de Guayaquil at Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha. The final announced match of the Champions Tour takes place on Friday, February 13, against Independiente del Valle at Juan Ramón Loubriel Stadium in Bayamón, Puerto Rico.
Fans outside the local broadcast territories can stream these preseason matches live through OneFootball. A single match can be purchased for $4.99, or supporters can buy a Champions Tour Pass for $9.99, which grants access to all three remaining preseason fixtures in South America. Local broadcasts for the South American matches include Latin TV in Peru for the Alianza Lima game and RCN in Colombia for the Atlético Nacional match. Broadcast details for the Barcelona de Guayaquil match in Ecuador are still pending.[mlssoccer+6]
MLS Regular Season Moves to Apple TV
Following the preseason tour, Inter Miami CF will begin their 2026 Major League Soccer season on February 21. Their opening match is against LAFC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. For the 2026 MLS regular season and beyond, the way fans watch Inter Miami and all other MLS teams is changing significantly. Starting in 2026, all MLS matches, including the regular season, the annual Leagues Cup tournament, the MLS All-Star Game, the Michelob Ultra Campeones Cup, and the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, will be available to stream for Apple TV subscribers at no additional cost.[mlssoccer+1]
This new arrangement means the standalone MLS Season Pass subscription on the Apple TV app will conclude at the end of the 2025 season. An Apple TV subscription will provide comprehensive access to every MLS match, studio shows, and on-demand content in over 100 countries and regions, ensuring no blackouts. As part of this transition, 2026 full-season ticket packages with MLS clubs will include an Apple TV subscription.[intermiamicf+1]
Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber stated, "Our partnership with Apple has always been about innovating for our fans. Bringing every MLS match to Apple TV takes that vision to the next level by making it easier than ever for fans everywhere to watch, connect, and be part of the game." EddyCue, Apple's senior vice president of Services, added, "Every match, all in one place, alongside incredible Apple Originals — it’s a win for fans everywhere."[intermiamicf+1]
Inter Miami's High Expectations for 2026
Inter Miami enters the 2026 season with high expectations after winning the MLS Cup in 2025. Lionel Messi, the team's captain, made history as the first player to win back-to-back Landon Donovan MLS MVP awards. The clubhas also made key winter signings, including goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair, midfielder David Ayala, and defenders Micael, Facundo Mura, and Sergio Reguilón. LegendaryUruguayan striker Luis Suárez also re-signed with the club, alongside the full acquisition of Messi's Argentina teammate Rodrigo De Paul and record-breaking goalscorer Tadeo Allende.[mlssoccer+6]
The club will move to its new home pitch, Miami Freedom Park, for the 2026 MLS season, with its debut set for April 4, 2026. The new soccer-specific stadium in Miami's Grapeland Heights neighborhood will have an initial capacity of 25,000. Inter Miami CF will also compete in the CONCACAF Champions Cup for the third time in 2026.[mlssoccer+4]
The preseason tour offers a vital opportunity for the team to integrate new players and build chemistry ahead of a demanding season. Fans can follow the team's official channels for continuous updates and additional preseason coverage.[en]
