Apple brings FIFA World Cup closer to you

IANS  |  San Francisco 

As the countdown to the 2018 World Cup begins, football fans around the world including in can stay up to date with statistics, scores and updates on their favourite teams across all devices, the company has said.

Siri adds support for football in Brazil, Russia, Denmark, Finland, Malaysia, Turkey, Thailand, and -- in addition to 26 other countries that already support Siri sports, including

Siri users can ask for scores, schedules, standings and team rosters, said in a blog post.

Throughout the month, the editors will highlight their favourite apps and games from football stars, offer tips on taking a perfect football photo and how to best get your football fix on

The will also feature key football-related apps and games to help fans dive deeper into the experience, with official broadcaster apps like FOX NOW or Sport, and games like Mobile and PES 2018.

Music will feature playlists for each of the 32 participating nations with the most exciting artists in each country as chosen by local teams.

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First Published: Wed, June 13 2018. 13:36 IST