Chelsea CFO Adriel Lares reflects on his Ted Lasso journey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Adriel Lares, the CFO of Chelsea FC, shares his experiences after moving from California to London in 2023. He draws parallels between his journey and that of Ted Lasso, the fictional coach, noting the cultural challenges and passionate scrutiny he faces in English football. Lares aims to adapt his skills from the tech industry to his new role in soccer, emphasizing the importance of learning about the sport and its culture. He spent considerable time away from his family during the transition, highlighting the personal challenges alongside his professional ones.
- •Adriel Lares moved from Silicon Valley to London in 2023.
- •He relates his experience to the fictional Ted Lasso character.
- •Lares emphasized learning about English football culture.
- •He managed the transition while family remained in the U.S.
- •Scrutiny in English football is a new challenge for Lares.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Meet the real-life Ted Lasso running Chelsea FC
"US TV: Chelsea CFO Adriel Lares swapped Silicon Valley for Stamford Bridge, finding himself navigating a new country, a new culture and the intense pressures of English football. Caitlin Hornik speaks to the American executive about his real-life ‘Ted Lasso’ experience
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