Top 5 Best World Cup Apps for iPhone & Android
These apps are great for World Cup gossip, news, photos, and sports coverage. If you’re looking for the best World Cup apps, these are our top five picks.
1. ESPN FC Soccer & World Cup
The ESPN FC Soccer & World Cup app is a great resource for news about the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In addition to scores and news, this app captures the great sense of drama that great World Cup coverage should have.
Download ESPN FC Soccer & World Cup for iPhone here.
Download ESPN FC Soccer & World Cup for Android here.
Pros:
- Up-to-the-minute scores and informative videos
- Twitter integration pulls in info about Manchester United, Barcelona, Chelsea, Arsenal, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, AC Milan, and Liverpool
- Get news on the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, Europa League, European Championships, and more
- Add or remove features to customize your experience
- Keeps you abreast of rumors and transfer news
Cons:
- Some features are US-only
- Too many ads
- App feels laggy at times
- Boring, cluttered interface
- Requires iOS 7.0 or later
2. SecondMic
SecondMic is an app that allows fans, former players, teams, and sports reporters to provide alternative live commentary for sporting events. The app features great commentaries from comedians, sports reports, and other sports experts for all kinds of live events, including the World Cup. You can check out the SecondMic team’s World Cup predictions on their blog.
Download SecondMic for iPhone here.
Pros:
- Ideal for people who are bored with traditional sports commentary
- Get commentary that suits your interests and personality
- Wide array of commentators
- App is simple to use
- Users can become broadcasters themselves
Cons:
- Does not appear to be available for Android
- Requires iOS 7.0 or later
- Depending on your home audio setup, the audio commentary may be too quiet or cumbersome to arrange
- Great for World Cup coverage, but limited coverage for certain sports or entertainment events
- Won’t appeal to people who prefer to watch sports alone, without a social aspect
3. FIFA Official App
The official FIFA app is a must-have for any serious World Cup fan. It’s packed with info about players, leagues, and the FIFA organization itself. In addition, it has a great interface that is intuitively designed.
Download FIFA Official App for iPhone here.
Download FIFA Official App for Android here.
Pros:
- Great UI
- Extensive FIFA Tournament Coverage
- Follow live coverage
- Score updates for 102 of the world’s top leagues
- Tons of photos and videos
Cons:
- Some Android users have complained about frequent app crashing
- Some users have reported delays with the news section
- Limitations on the number of leagues you can follow
- A few users have reported issues with calendar sync
- Some users find that certain teams are getting too little coverage
4. FIFA 14 by EA Sports
Tired of waiting between matches to see some great action? Put yourself in the game with FIFA 14 by EA Sports. The game includes officially licensed 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil national teams, kits, and even the Adidas Brazuca ball. If you want a video game that fully captures the spirit of the World Cup, this is it.
Download FIFA 14 by EA Sports for iPhone here.
Download FIFA 14 by EA Sports for Android here.
Pros:
- Features 33 leagues, over 600 licensed teams, and more than 16,000 players
- Listen to commentaries in English, French, German, Italian and Spanish
- Solid graphics
- Intuitive controls
- Every injury, suspension, and change in team form is reflected in-game
Cons:
- Requires at least 1.35GB of free space on your device
- Some users have lost their squads after updating
- Some users have experienced EXP bugs
- Doesn’t sync with console version of the game
- Some features/modes feature IAP
5. Adidas 2014 FIFA World Cup LWP
