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EA Sports FC 27 Adds AFC Richmond Women and Ted Lasso Crossover

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Source: Bleacher Report
EA Sports FC 27 Adds AFC Richmond Women and Ted Lasso Crossover
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TL;DR

Electronic Arts has announced a renewed partnership with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to bring the fictional club AFC Richmond and its women's team, the Lady Greyhounds, to EA Sports FC 27. The update coincides with the fourth season of the TV series 'Ted Lasso' and marks the first time the women's team is playable in the franchise. The content includes the Nelson Road stadium, manager mode features, and themed rewards across multiple game modes, arriving with the game's second season on October 22.

Key points

  • AFC Richmond Women (the Lady Greyhounds) are added as a playable team in Kick Off, Career Mode, and Online Seasons.
  • Ted Lasso returns as a playable manager in Career Mode, with deeper integration of social media stories and cutscenes.
  • The Nelson Road stadium is included as an in-game venue for matches.
  • Themed rewards, including kits and stadium cosmetics, are available through Ultimate Team objectives.
  • The content launches with the second season of EA Sports FC 27 on October 22, 2026.

Background

AFC Richmond and the men's team previously appeared in FIFA 23 in 2022, but that was considered a one-off collaboration. The show 'Ted Lasso' returned for a fourth season in August 2026, focusing heavily on the women's team. Recent episodes have featured plot developments involving the Lady Greyhounds, including a major injury to striker Gemma Jay and coaching staff changes, which aligns with the new game content.

How outlets are covering it

Bleacher Report and TheXboxHub primarily focused on the release of preview photos and the general announcement of the crossover. Metro.co.uk emphasized the narrative connection to the fourth season of the TV show and highlighted the inclusion of actress Abbie Hern's likeness. Simulation Daily provided the most technical detail, specifying that the team falls under the 'Women's Rest of World' category and detailing the specific reward structures in Ultimate Team. All sources agree on the October 22 release date for the content.

Why it matters

This collaboration bridges a popular television comedy with a major sports simulation game, offering fans a new way to engage with the fictional club. It also marks a shift in EA Sports FC's approach to crossover content, moving from a one-time inclusion to a recurring partnership that aligns with the show's current narrative focus on women's football.

What to watch

Players can expect the Ted Lasso and AFC Richmond Women content to be available starting October 22, 2026, coinciding with the launch of the second season of EA Sports FC 27. The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.

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  1. Ted Lasso, AFC Richmond Women Featured in EA FC 27, Check Out Preview Photos  Bleacher Report
  2. Believe! Ted Lasso And AFC Richmond Women Join EA SPORTS FC 27  TheXboxHub
  3. EA Sports FC 27 has a Ted Lasso crossover that includes the Lady Greyhounds  Metro.co.uk
  4. EA Sports FC 27 Adds New Ted Lasso Content and AFC Richmond Women  Simulation Daily
  5. Ted Lasso and AFC Richmond Women join EA SPORTS FC 27  GoNintendo

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