Ted Lasso Returns: New Season Features Women's Football Coaching
After a three-year hiatus, the popular series "Ted Lasso" is set to return with a fourth season. The character, a coach from Kansas known for his pop culture knowledge and upbeat demeanor, will return to rainy London to coach a women's football team. The announcement follows a notable appearance by Ted Lasso during the FIFA World Cup final halftime show in June, where he shared the stage with Madonna, Gustavo Dudamel, and BTS, and encouraged Justin Bieber. This appearance was perceived by some as a shameless promotion for Apple's streaming service, but it was actually a nod to the character's origins, which included short commercial spots for NBC Sports. The new season is expected to continue the series' blend of humor and heart, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of coaching women's football.
Key facts
- Ted Lasso returns for a fourth season after a three-year break.
- The new season will feature Ted Lasso coaching a women's football team.
- The setting is London, England.
- Ted Lasso appeared at the FIFA World Cup final halftime show in June.
- The halftime show also featured Madonna, Gustavo Dudamel, and BTS.
- Ted Lasso encouraged Justin Bieber during the halftime show.
- The character originated in short commercials for NBC Sports.
- The series is available on Apple's streaming service.
Entities
Artists
- Ted Lasso
- Madonna
- Gustavo Dudamel
- Justin Bieber
Institutions
- Apple
- NBC Sports
- FIFA
Locations
- Kansas
- London
- England