After the Whistle Returns June 7 for Season 3 as Apple Expands World Cup Coverage
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Updated · Apple · May 27
After the Whistle Returns June 7 for Season 3 as Apple Expands World Cup Coverage
9 articles · Updated · Apple · May 27
June 7 marks the return of “After the Whistle” for a third season, with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe launching tournament previews before continuing throughout the World Cup.
Multiple weekly episodes will follow major matches, with the pair recapping key games and standout moments on and off the pitch in both audio and video formats.
Apple will distribute the show on Apple News, Apple Podcasts and other podcast platforms, with a trailer already live ahead of the premiere.
iOS 18 and watchOS 11 users will also get added World Cup features in Apple’s ecosystem, including Live Activities, detailed game pages, lineup visuals and bracket views.
As its sponsor rethinks spending, could Apple's new World Cup podcast face a sudden financial shock?
Will the show's success rely more on its celebrity hosts or on Apple's powerful ecosystem integration?
Beyond the on-field action, what are the hidden costs for residents living in World Cup host cities?