When creators of “Ted Lasso” decided to return after a two-year hiatus, they could have taken the easy route. With a release date set on the heels of the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup, America’s favorite soccer coach could have returned to AFC Richmond to reclaim the helm of the (fictional) club’s men’s team, now competing in the Premier League. Reunited with Coach Beard, they could have faced a fresh set of challenges alongside the familiar characters who turned the Apple TV series into a global ph