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Ted Lasso has reportedly signed a lucrative deal with the Premier League that will see the show use official logos, footage, and more.
Premier League bosses were reportedly unsure about a deal but have grown to love the show.
The show can use logos, team kits, and even the Premier League trophy.
Hugely popular Apple TV+ show Ted Lasso has reportedly handed over £500,000 (around $680,000) in order to be able to use the Premier League`s logos, team kits, and even the league`s trophy in episodes.
The deal, reported by The Athletic — with mild spoilers — comes after Premier League bosses were reportedly unsure about the show initially. However, `executives have grown to love the show`s folksy charm.`
Ted Lasso follows the titular character, an American football coach who finds himself running AFC Richmond, a fictional football team in England. The result is funny and charming, with star Jason Sudeikis and others have picked up various awards for their wo...
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