Funko announces a new wave of POPs for the Ted Lasso series

Announcement Coming Soon

Published on 17 December 2023 by Ugo

Ted Lasso, the acclaimed comedy series, is much more than just a sports story. Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Sudeikis, Joe Kelly and Brendan Hunt, the series has won audiences over with its upbeat tone and endearing characters.

Since its first broadcast in 2020, Ted Lasso has quickly established itself as a television phenomenon, transcending the boundaries of the sports genre to become an ode to optimism, empathy and resilience. As proof of this, the series already had a dozen POP figurines featuring its characters, and Funko has just announced a new wave. Six new Ted Lasso POP figures will be available in February 2024!

Among the new figurines, we find characters that were already "popified" but also new characters that will delight fans. The complete line-up for this announcement is as follows:

• #1506 Ted Lasso
• #1507 Rebecca Welton
• #1508 Roy Kent
• #1509 Keeley Jones
• #1510 Dani Rojas
• #1511 Nate Shelley

At the heart of the series is Ted Lasso, masterfully played by Jason Sudeikis, an American soccer coach who finds himself in charge of a professional soccer team in England, despite having no soccer experience whatsoever. His irresistible charm, positive attitude and laid-back approach to life make him a memorable character.

One of the series' strengths lies in its balance between comedy and emotion. While the series offers hilarious moments thanks to its punchy dialogue and comedic situations, it doesn't hesitate to delve into deeper themes. The relationships between the characters are explored with sensitivity, and the series tackles subjects such as leadership, loyalty, self-confidence and resilience.

The characters who revolve around Ted, including the lovable Coach Beard, the formidable but engaging team owner Rebecca Welton, and the cocky star player Jamie Tartt, add richness and diversity to the narrative. Each of them contributes to the series' characteristic warmth and humor.