Every streaming service has its own hit shows, and those with an Apple TV subscription know that Ted Lasso is one such title. Arguably one of the best Apple shows to watch, fans were delighted when it was revealed that the Emmy-winning comedy would be back for Season 4 after all. The season premiere arrived this week, and it made me realize how much I missed one character in particular. And no, it wasn't Jason Sudeikis' Ted.Critical response to Ted Lasso Season 4 has been mixed, but fans like me were thrilled to see the gang back on our screens. I settled right back into the feel-good comedy series, and the actors seemed to easily transform back into their signature characters. But one took the cake in Episode 1: Juno Temple's Keeley Jones.Is Keeley Actually My Favorite Character?Keeley has always been a delightful part of Ted Lasso's alchemy, but she really brought both the laughs and heart in the first episode of Season 4. First and foremost, it was great to see Keeley's friendship with Rebecca back on our screens. Whether they were walking down the streets of Kansas City holding hands or shopping together, this continues to be one of the best examples of friendship on television.I also loved how much Keeley was invested in the Kansas City Current game. We know that Season 4 will follow Ted as he coaches a women's football team, and you could see Juno Temple's character being inspired right before our eyes. Seriously, she's a gem, and now I cannot wait to see how Keeley impacts the formation of AFC Richmond's new team. (Image credit: Apple)My favorite Keeley moment happened towards the end of the episode, where she, Rebecca, and Higgins are getting on the plane home. She gives Ted a big hug and tells him it's a "see you later hug" because "my goodbye hugs last for days." She had the most tender moment of the group with Jason Sudeikis' title character, and proved how essential she is to the show's uniquely heartening tone. Now, I'm really looking forward to seeing how her story progresses once they're back in England. What role will she play on the team? How will she help the women's team thrive? And how will her dynamics with characters like Rebecca, Ted and Higgins evolve? Of course, fans are curious about what's going on with Keeley's love life, and if she's dating Roy Kent or Jamie Tartt. But even without that knowledge, the Season 4 premiere reminded me how much I adore Juno Temple's character.Ted Lasso airs new episodes Wednesdays as part of the 2026 TV schedule. Hopefully my girl Keeley gets plenty of screen time in the coming episodes.