The fans who still cling to the mythical poster of "Believe" They already have what they were expecting: the fourth season of Ted lasso It's official and it will arrive this summerApple TV+ has cleared up the doubts after a third season finale that sounded like a definitive farewell and has given the first details of the new episodes.
The platform has confirmed that The new batch of episodes will premiere in the summer of 2026Without specifying the date, the first images of the return of the most unlikely manager in European football have been released. These images reveal the new direction of the series, with Ted back in Richmond and a clear focus on women's footballbut maintaining the optimistic tone that made it popular among European audiences as well.
When does Ted Lasso season 4 premiere?
Apple TV+ has marked a clear window on the calendar: season 4 Ted lasso It will arrive in the summer of 2026There is no exact date, but the company is talking about a mid-year release, which fits with August or September, coinciding with the start of competitions in England, both the Men's Premier League like the Women's Super League.
The production of the new chapters It began in July 2025The film crew has been moving to key locations in the UK and the US. Part of the filming has taken place in Kansas City, the character's hometown and Jason Sudeikis' own hometown, which reinforces the link between Ted's personal life and his new professional stage.
The decision to release the episodes in the middle of summer is no coincidence. The first two seasons also arrived during the summer months, and in Europe, The summer period has established itself as a highly competitive window on streaming platforms.especially for established titles that serve as a continuous draw for subscribers.
Apple TV+ had been silent for months after officially announcing season 4 in March 2025. Four months later, it confirmed that filming was underway, and since then, there had been hardly any further clues, which fueled fan theories both in the United States and in countries like Spain, where the series has a very loyal fan base.
From the Premier League to Richmond's women's football
The big twist in the new chapters involves the bench. Ted Lasso returns to Richmond, but not to coach the men's team whom we met in the first three seasons. This time, their challenge will be coach the AFC Richmond women's team, which plays in the English second division and aspires to move up to the top category.
The official synopsis released by Apple TV+ summarizes this stage as the character's greatest challenge to date: Ted and his players will have to "take the plunge" and assume risks they never imagined.The idea connects with one of the storylines hinted at the end of the third season, when Keeley proposed the creation of a women's team and Rebecca made it clear that she intended to continue investing in the future of the club.
In this new context we will see a Ted is more emotionally settled, but forced to step out of his comfort zone again.She goes from dealing with a men's dressing room marked by egos and media stars to managing a growing project, at a time when women's football is experiencing a global boom, especially in European leagues such as the English or Spanish leagues.
The first images released show Ted on the pitch with his new team, accompanied by his inseparable coach Beard and new faces among the players and coaching staff. The series will take advantage of this environment to explore different dynamics, while maintaining the humor and personal growth tone that characterizes it.
Returning characters and new additions
The core of the series remains virtually intact. Jason Sudeikis returns to play Ted Lasso and will also continue as executive producer. Returning alongside him are Hannah Waddingham (Rebecca Welton), Juno Temple (Keeley Jones), Brett Goldstein (Roy Kent), Brendan Hunt (Coach Beard) and Jeremy Swift (Leslie Higgins), fundamental pieces in the construction of the Richmond universe.
Apple TV+ has also confirmed the return of Annette Badland as MaeThe owner of the pub where fans gather has officially announced the recasting of Henry, Ted's son, who will now be played by Grant FeelyThis change is due to the time jump and the need to show the character as somewhat older compared to the first installments.
In terms of signings, there's a significant number of names. The fourth season adds to Tanya Reynolds, Jude Mack, Faye Marsey, Rex Hayes, Aisling Sharkey and Abbie Hernwhose identities within the plot have not yet been fully revealed. Everything suggests they will occupy key positions in the women's locker room as well as roles linked to the club and the city.
The released images show, for example, Tanya Reynolds sharing the screen with Ted at the training campThis suggests she will be a permanent member of the women's team's coaching staff. The goal, according to the press release, is to broaden the range of personalities while still maintaining a focus on the veterans who have been with the audience from the beginning.
A look at the first official images
Among the material released by Apple TV+ are several photographs that offer a glimpse into the narrative direction. In one of them, Ted appears with Rebecca on the tarmac in front of the Richmond plane.offering her one of her now-classic boxes of homemade cookies. The scene is reminiscent of the first season, but with a completely different relationship between the two characters—more supportive and less defensive.
Another snapshot places Ted and Henry at The Crown & Anchor pubRun by Mae, the iconic spot for fans of the series reinforces the bond between the coach, his family, and the local community. Ted's son's presence in London confirms that the plot will continue to explore the protagonist's work-life balance.
Several photos have also been made public Ted on the Richmond women's bench, with players training at a high pace and a very strong team atmosphereThe visual tone maintains the series' usual aesthetic, with the club's blue and red colors very present and bright lighting, in contrast to the darker tone of other sports fictions.
The images accompany a clear communication strategy from Apple TV+: There's no trailer yet, but there's a first visual teaser that's enough to reignite the conversation. on social media and in specialized media. It is expected that, as summer approaches, the platform will gradually release more features. promotional stuff and episode details.
The creative team behind the new season
The fourth season isn't just stronger in front of the cameras. Creatively, too, Emmy winner Jack Burditt joins as executive producer Under a new global agreement with Apple TV+, his arrival is seen as a way to bolster the series after its intense initial success and give other key figures in the project a boost.
Still, the original core of creators remainsJason Sudeikis continues to be involved in both acting and producing, while Brett Goldstein returns as screenwriter and executive producerAlongside them are names like Brendan Hunt and Joe Kelly, who were key in the initial development of the character based on the NBC Sports format.
In terms of scriptwriting, the series adds to Sarah Walker, Phoebe Walsh and Julia Lindonwho join the writing team for this fourth season. Sasha Garron is listed as co-producer, and Dylan Marron serves as story editor, an important role in maintaining tonal consistency throughout the episodes.
Among the executive loans, the following are also maintained: Bill Lawrence through Doozer Productions, in association with Warner Bros. Television and Universal Television, divisions of NBCUniversal Content. Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer, of Doozer, remain involved as executive producers, ensuring an industrial and creative continuity that has been one of the series' strengths.
From perfect ending to unexpected return
One of the unique features of this fourth season is that It arrives after a season three finale which was conceived as a definitive closureThe third season ended in 2024 with Ted returning to the United States to be near his son and handing the Richmond bench over to Roy Kent. Rebecca, for her part, considered selling the club, but ultimately decided to keep it after seeing its impact on the community.
At that time, Jason Sudeikis stated that It was “the end of the story they wanted to tell”However, he also admitted that the public's interest in further exploring this universe was flattering. This pull, coupled with the series' strong performance in awards and viewership, has ultimately led to a new season that functions almost as a spin-off within the main storyline.
The focus on the women's team allows to open a different story arc without betraying what has been told so farTed doesn't return to the same situation or the same locker room; he finds himself with a new project, with players who don't know him and with different sporting dynamics, something that allows room to introduce conflicts, humor and emotional moments without repeating formulas.
For the European audience, and particularly for the Spanish audience, This shift towards women's football connects with a very present reality...with leagues that have been gaining media visibility and increasing interest from major platforms. In that context, Ted lasso It can also serve as a showcase for this evolution, although always from the perspective of comedy.
After several years of rumors, official silence, and ambiguous statements from the cast, the return of Ted lasso It has become one of the most talked-about moves in the Apple TV+ catalogWithout an exact date set yet, the combination of a summer date, a new focus on Richmond, and the return of the main cast positions this fourth season as one of the streaming giant's strongest bets for the second half of 2026, especially among those who were left wanting to keep believing a little longer.
