Messi’s Inter Miami Advances to Leagues Cup Quarterfinals as Apple TV+ Viewership Rises

The Leagues Cup 2025 is in full swing, with Messi’s Inter Miami leading the way in an exciting quarter-final showdown. This year’s tournament has brought a fresh format, including penalty shootouts instead of draws, resulting in a thrilling surge of goals and increased viewership. On average, 1.43 million fans tune in to each match, marking a 62% rise in viewership compared to last year.

Not only are fans engaged, but corporate sponsors are also jumping on board, with a 13% increase in revenue and new partners like Walmart and Ocean Spray joining the lineup. The tournament has become a hot ticket, captivating audiences across North America and sparking renewed commercial interest.

With an average of 3.37 goals per game, the action on the pitch has been intense, surpassing regular-season scoring rates in top leagues like MLS, Liga MX, and European competitions. As the tournament progresses, fierce matchups between MLS and Liga MX teams keep fans on the edge of their seats, fueling the cross-border rivalry at the heart of the competition.

The stakes are high for the teams, with automatic qualification for the Concacaf Champions Cup up for grabs. The third-place match winner and both finalists will secure a spot in the Champions Cup, with the champion earning direct entry into the Round of 16. It’s all to play for in this dynamic and growing tournament of regional soccer excellence.