MLS announces partnership with China's Letv Sports

Live coverage of Major League Soccer is arriving in China.

MLS announced a deal Thursday with Letv Sports, China's leading digital sports broadcaster, that will provide mainland China with live streams of at least two regular-season matches a week through the Beijing-based company's online services.

The long-term agreement will also offer China coverage of the MLS All-Star Game, two matches from Decision Day (the final day of the regular season that will see crucial games played simultaneously), all MLS Cup Playoff fixtures and the MLS Cup.

"We are excited to add Letv, an innovative leader in digital video, to our growing list of global media partners," said Gary Stevenson, president and managing director of MLS Business Ventures.

"China is a priority market for our international strategy and Letv's commitment to bring MLS games to viewers is a significant step in increasing the relevance and popularity of the league worldwide."