The Apple TV show <em>Ted Lasso</em> has proven to be one of the most popular and well-liked series of the last few years, introducing viewers to a lovable cast of characters whose lives and storylines largely revolve around the fictional English Premier League football club, AFC Richmond. Through its first two seasons, the series has taken home numerous awards, including the Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2021 and 2022, with several of its actors – including Jason Sudeikis, Brett Goldstein, and Hannah Waddingham – taking home awards for original performances. Now, <em>Ted Lasso</em> reaches into a new realm: video games.
EA Sports today announced Ted Lasso, AFC Richmond and the joining of FIFA 23 teams. Lasso is joined on the sidelines by Coach Beard, with the pitch being populated by some of the team’s biggest stars like Jamie Tartt, Roy Kent, Dani Rojas, Sam Obisanya, and Isaac McAdoo. While the actors’ likenesses are included in the product, EA Sports hasn’t indicated if we’ll be hearing Jamie Tartt and Roy Kent’s signature crowd chants (though it seems doubtful, seeing as how Roy Kent’s chant would probably bump the ESRB rating up to M for Mature).
Regardless of that fact, you can play matches at AFC Richmond’s home ground, Nelson Road, and even take control of Coach Lasso or AFC Richmond through Career Mode. AFC Richmond can also be played in Kick-Off and Online Friendlies. FIFA 23 Ultimate Team is also adding several AFC Richmond customization items, including kits, TIFOs, and the option to select Ted Lasso or Coach Beard as your FUT club’s manager. FUT will contain all AFC Richmond content. This can be done through objectives or challenges.
The trailer below shows Ted Lasso and his AFC Richmond team in action.
.jpg?itok=KjWCNq84 "Darkest Dungeon II fully released in May 5")
