MAKING FUN OF Americans’ lack of knowledge about soccer is hardly a novel idea, yet the clip below – which promotes NBC’s upcoming Premier League coverage – manages to be pretty funny regardless.
The clip focuses on Ted Lasso (played by comedian Jason Sudeikis) - introduced as a new coach at Tottenham – and his struggles to comprehend the nuances of the English game.
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Moreover, unlike most neutral footballing observers, NBC will be hoping the Gareth Bale-to-Real Madrid deal isn’t finalised too quickly.
Otherwise, the clip will look dated pretty quickly.
Check out NBC's hilarious new Premier League ad
MAKING FUN OF Americans’ lack of knowledge about soccer is hardly a novel idea, yet the clip below – which promotes NBC’s upcoming Premier League coverage – manages to be pretty funny regardless.
The clip focuses on Ted Lasso (played by comedian Jason Sudeikis) - introduced as a new coach at Tottenham – and his struggles to comprehend the nuances of the English game.
Moreover, unlike most neutral footballing observers, NBC will be hoping the Gareth Bale-to-Real Madrid deal isn’t finalised too quickly.
Otherwise, the clip will look dated pretty quickly.
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