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Ted

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Ted Lasso is an upbeat, optimistic American football coach who is recruited to manage the struggling English Premier League soccer team AFC Richmond. Despite his lack of soccer experience, Ted's unorthodox 'Lasso Way' philosophy of emphasizing personal growth and team camaraderie over just winning at all costs earns him the respect of the players and community, even as he navigates cultural differences and his own personal struggles.

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