At a Glance
- Toheeb Jimoh wants Ted Lasso to “win a trophy” in season 4
- The actor joked about a funeral for his own character before revealing his real hope
- Jimoh likely won’t return for the new season and is enjoying watching as a fan
- Why it matters: After a two-year hiatus, the beloved series faces pressure to deliver a fresh direction
Toheeb Jimoh is ready for Ted Lasso to stop losing. Speaking on the red carpet for the January 8 premiere of HBO’s Industry, the 28-year-old actor told News Of Losangeles he wants the upcoming fourth season to hand Coach Lasso a championship-and a brand-new attitude.
Jimoh’s Season 4 Wish List
Jimoh, who played AFC Richmond winger Sam Obisanya, opened with a dark joke: “My dream to see happen? A funeral for Sam. Wouldn’t that be hilarious? I’m joking, I’m joking, I’m joking, I’m joking. I take it back, I take it back, I take it back.”
He then shifted to his genuine hope for the storyline:
- Ted finally wins silverware. “He’s like, ‘It’s not about the wins and losses.’ I’m like, ‘Win. Win a trophy, bro. Win a trophy.'”
- A revenge arc. “Can you imagine his entire philosophy changes? Great, we’ll get like three more seasons. I’m down for that.”
Return Status Still Murky
After season 3’s dramatic 2023 finale, Apple TV+ waited until March 2025 to green-light season 4. While Jason Sudeikis will reprise the title role, Jimoh appears to be on the sidelines. “I know nothing about it at all,” he said, adding that he is “excited to get more info about it when everybody else gets more info… I actually get to be an audience member for this one.”
Confirmed Returning Cast
| Character | Actor |
|---|---|
| Ted Lasso | Jason Sudeikis |
| Roy Kent | Brett Goldstein |
| Rebecca Welton | Hannah Waddingham |
| Keeley Jones | Juno Temple |
| Leslie Higgins | Jeremy Swift |
| Coach Beard | Brendan Hunt |
Jimoh’s name is absent from the list, reinforcing his likely exit.
From Richmond to Wall Street
While fans wait for more Ted Lasso news, Jimoh is front-and-center in Industry. The financial thriller’s season 4 debuted January 11 on HBO and HBO Max, placing Jimoh in a new high-stakes world far from the football pitch.
Key Takeaways
- Ted Lasso season 4 is officially happening, but Sam Obisanya probably won’t lace up his boots again
- Jimoh wants the writers to pivot Lasso from lovable loser to ruthless winner
- The actor is savoring the rare chance to watch a former show purely as a viewer
- All prior Ted Lasso episodes remain on Apple TV+ for catch-up viewing
