The WORST episodes of Ted Lasso

Every episode of Ted Lasso ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Ted Lasso!

Ted Lasso, an American football coach, moves to England when he’s hired to manage a soccer team—despite having no experience. With cynical players and a doubtful town, will he get them to see the Ted Lasso Way?

Last Updated: 11/27/2024Network: Apple TV+Status: Ended
Beard After Hours
star
7.12
3038 votes

#1 - Beard After Hours

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/17/2021

After the semifinal, Beard sets out on an all-night odyssey through London in an effort to collect his thoughts.

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We’ll Never Have Paris
star
7.38
2135 votes

#2 - We’ll Never Have Paris

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/3/2023

While watching Henry, Ted fights the urge to spiral when Michelle and Dr. Jacob go on a romantic trip. An online leak has massive implications for Keeley.

Directors: Erica Dunton
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Pilot
star
7.47
4186 votes

#3 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/14/2020

American football coach Ted Lasso is hired by a wealthy divorcée to coach the English soccer team AFC Richmond.

Directors: Tom Marshall
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Signs
star
7.54
2162 votes

#4 - Signs

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/12/2023

With their season in a tailspin, Richmond try to right the ship against mighty Manchester City. Off the pitch, everyone faces their own setbacks.

Directors: Matt Lipsey
Writer: Jamie Lee
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Headspace
star
7.59
2857 votes

#5 - Headspace

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/3/2021

With things turning around for Richmond, it’s time for everyone to work on their issues—like Ted’s discomfort, Nate’s confidence, and Roy’s attention.

Directors: Matt Lipsey
Writer: Phoebe Walsh
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Goodbye Earl
star
7.60
3270 votes

#6 - Goodbye Earl

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/23/2021

AFC Richmond brings in a sports psychologist to help the team overcome their unprecedented seven game tie-streak.

Directors: Declan Lowney
Writer: Brendan Hunt
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Smells Like Mean Spirit
star
7.65
2461 votes

#7 - Smells Like Mean Spirit

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/15/2023

The newly promoted AFC Richmond face mockery as pundits predict they’ll finish dead last this season.

Directors: M.J. Delaney
Writer: Leann Bowen
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4-5-1
star
7.68
2287 votes

#8 - 4-5-1

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/29/2023

Richmond adjust to an exciting change, but Jamie has reservations. Ted learns there’s something new going on back in Kansas as well.

Directors: Destiny Ekaragha
Writer: Bill Wrubel
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Biscuits
star
7.72
3759 votes

#9 - Biscuits

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/14/2020

It’s Ted’s first day of coaching, and fans aren’t happy. He makes little headway but remains undeterred as the team plays its first match.

Directors: Zach Braff
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Lavender
star
7.73
3053 votes

#10 - Lavender

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/30/2021

Ted is surprised by the reappearance of a familiar face. Roy tries out a new gig.

Directors: Declan Lowney
Writer: Leann Bowen
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Big Week
star
7.77
2230 votes

#11 - Big Week

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/5/2023

Everyone’s feeling the pressure as Richmond gear up to play West Ham. Ted is reunited with an old friend.

Directors: Destiny Ekaragha
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(I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea
star
7.79
2313 votes

#12 - (I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/22/2023

News of a top player looking to move to London sends the English clubs into a frenzy. Richmond play their first game back in the Premier League.

Directors: M.J. Delaney
Writer: Sasha Garron
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No Weddings and a Funeral
star
7.82
2856 votes

#13 - No Weddings and a Funeral

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/24/2021

Rebecca is stunned by a sudden loss. The team rallies to show their support, but Ted finds himself grappling with a piece of his past.

Directors: M.J. Delaney
Writer: Jane Becker
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Midnight Train to Royston
star
7.84
2800 votes

#14 - Midnight Train to Royston

Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/1/2021

A billionaire football enthusiast from Ghana makes Sam an unbelievable offer. Ted plans something special for Dr. Sharon’s last day with the team.

Directors: M.J. Delaney
Writer: Sasha Garron
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International Break
star
7.89
2180 votes

#15 - International Break

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/17/2023

While some of the Greyhounds head home to play for their countries in international matches, Edwin Akufo brings a business proposal to Rebecca.

Directors: Matt Lipsey
Writer: Jane Becker
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For the Children
star
7.89
3535 votes

#16 - For the Children

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/21/2020

Rebecca hosts the team’s annual charity benefit, where Ted stages a reconciliation between Roy and Jamie.

Directors: Tom Marshall
Writer: Jamie Lee
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Do the Right-est Thing
star
7.90
3062 votes

#17 - Do the Right-est Thing

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/6/2021

Rebecca has a special visitor shadow her at work. A player’s return is not welcomed by the team.

Directors: Ezra Edelman
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La Locker Room Aux Folles
star
7.92
2226 votes

#18 - La Locker Room Aux Folles

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/10/2023

Colin and Isaac’s friendship is tested. Roy is asked to do a press conference.

Directors: Erica Dunton
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The Strings That Bind Us
star
7.93
2207 votes

#19 - The Strings That Bind Us

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/26/2023

The Greyhounds try a new strategy that has everyone thinking outside the box. Sam prepares to host a VIP guest at Ola’s.

Directors: Matt Lipsey
Writer: Phoebe Walsh
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Carol of the Bells
star
7.93
3131 votes

#20 - Carol of the Bells

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/13/2021

It’s Christmas in Richmond. Rebecca enlists Ted for a secret mission, Roy and Keeley search for a miracle, and the Higginses open up their home.

Directors: Declan Lowney
Writer: Joe Kelly
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Two Aces
star
7.95
3424 votes

#21 - Two Aces

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/4/2020

When Jamie refuses to train, Ted turns to talented new signing Dani Rojas—and the team is struck by an age-old curse.

Directors: Elliot Hegarty
Writer: Bill Wrubel
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Trent Crimm: The Independent
star
7.96
3695 votes

#22 - Trent Crimm: The Independent

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/14/2020

To arrange an in-depth exposé, Rebecca pairs cynical journalist Trent Crimm with Ted for a day. Ted and Roy venture into the community.

Directors: Tom Marshall
Writer: Jane Becker
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The Signal
star
7.96
2956 votes

#23 - The Signal

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/27/2021

Ted is fired up that the new team dynamic seems to be working. But will they have a chance in the semifinal?

Directors: Erica Dunton
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The Diamond Dogs
star
8.01
3357 votes

#24 - The Diamond Dogs

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/18/2020

Ted and Roy are both having relationship problems. Ted consults the Diamond Dogs. Roy lays it on the line with Keeley.

Directors: Declan Lowney
Writer: Leann Bowen
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All Apologies
star
8.01
3357 votes

#25 - All Apologies

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/25/2020

After a series of mistakes on the pitch, pressure mounts to bench Roy. Rebecca finally reveals the truth to Ted.

Directors: M.J. Delaney
Writer: Phoebe Walsh
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