Ted Lasso Season 4 Premiere: Is the Mustache Finally Coming Out of Retirement?

Dust off your "Believe" signs and prepare your palates for some suspiciously dry shortbread. After years of Jason Sudeikis playing coy and fans acting like dumped teenagers scrolling through an ex’s Instagram, we finally have clarity. Apple TV has officially confirmed that the Ted Lasso Season 4 premiere is slated for Summer 2026.

Here at The TV Cave, we’ve spent the better part of two years dissecting every "maybe" and "we’ll see" uttered by the cast. But the waiting game is nearing its end. Whether you think Season 3 was a perfect swan song or a bloated mess that spent too much time in a Dutch canal, the Greyhounds are returning to the pitch, and the stakes for Apple’s flagship hit have never been higher.

When Can We Expect the Kick-Off?

While a specific day hasn’t been circled on the calendar, the Apple TV announcement points toward a Summer 2026 launch. This isn’t just a random dart thrown at a calendar; it strategically aligns with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Expect a marketing blitz so aggressive you won’t be able to buy a loaf of bread without seeing Roy Kent’s scowl on the packaging.

Production kicked off in July 2025, moving from the suburbs of Kansas to the familiar turf of Richmond, London. Given the post-production needs for those stadium CGI shots (which, let’s be honest, we all know are there), a June or July debut is the safest bet for fans looking to sync their viewing with the real-world football fever.

The Lasso "Reboot": New Pitch, Same Heart

The biggest shocker is the premise itself. Forget the Premier League grind; Season 4 is pivoting to the AFC Richmond women’s team. It’s a brilliant move that allows the show to feel fresh without abandoning the DNA that made it a multi-Emmy winner.

The core "Diamond Dogs" are back in action. Jason Sudeikis returns as Ted (presumably after a very long flight back from Kansas), alongside staples like Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, and Juno Temple. We’re also keeping a close eye on newcomer Tanya Reynolds, who is set to bring her signature quirky energy to the coaching staff.

Is It Worth the Wait?

Season 3 was polarizing. It was long, it was sentimental enough to cause cavities and it felt like it was saying goodbye every five minutes. However, the shift to a "self-reboot" format suggests the writers have found a new gear. By focusing on the women’s team, the show can tackle new dynamics while keeping the puns and "Ted-isms" that we secretly love, even when we pretend to be too cool for them.

The return of the mustache is a massive win for Apple TV. Whether Season 4 can recapture the magic of the first season or if it’s just a victory lap for a show that doesn't know when to quit remains to be seen. But one thing is for sure: we’ll be watching.

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Keep your eyes locked on The TV Cave for more exclusive updates, casting leaks and the inevitable deep-dive reviews once the first trailer drops.

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