Apple close to securing $1B TV rights to new FIFA soccer tournament

Apple's next addition to its sports coverage could involve more soccer, with Apple said to be close to signing a billion-dollar deal for a new tournament.Apple logo on a soccer pitchApple already offers sports fans a lot of games and matches in a few major franchises to watch via their streaming devices. While the Major League Soccer's Season Pass has been successful and airs many matches to subscribers, Apple's next foray could provide even more.According to sources of the New York Times, soccer's governing body FIFA is close to making an agreement with Apple. The agreement would give Apple the rights to stream a month-long World Cup-style tournament between top teams around the world. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums