We start with a huge surprise: Nate is no longer the coach of West Ham. Meanwhile, Richmond is on a fantastic 10-game winning streak. However, there won't be a game next week as the players take a break for International play. During this time, everyone is competing for a spot on their national teams. Jamie has been selected for the English team, Van Damme for Canada, Dani for Mexico, Bumbercatch for Switzerland, and Colin for Wales. It's worth mentioning that Sam's announcement for Nigeria is missing. Jamie checks on him to ensure he's okay. While Van Damme congratulates Dani for making the team, Dani starts teasing him, knowing they will soon be rivals on the field.
Rebecca and Ted are engaged in a conversation about Nate's dismissal. Ted, true to his nature, refuses to engage in gossip. However, Trent is present and eager to spill some details. According to Trent, there have been reports of inappropriate behavior at West Ham. Despite their agreement that Nate isn't the type for such misconduct, Leslie enters and informs them about Edwin Akufo's return to town, attempting to form a Super League, which Ted confuses with the Justice League. This potential development would prioritize money over skill, excluding the underdogs from facing formidable opponents and potentially leading to their complete downfall. As expected, Rupert contacts Rebecca.
Jade discovers Nate hiding in bed and learns that he actually resigned, rather than being fired. She's about to visit her family in Poland for a few days, leaving Nate to contemplate his decision, uncertain yet convinced it was the right one. The situation is further aggravated by the presence of numerous paparazzi and reporters outside, eagerly awaiting a quote or photo of the former West Ham manager.
KJPR is being shut down. The funding has been withdrawn, and the company is set to cease operations in just two days. To make matters worse, Keeley discovers the devastating news upon arriving at work, witnessing the office being emptied. Barbara is the only one remaining to deliver the heartbreaking announcement, and Keeley was completely unaware until that moment.
Sam is understandably upset about not making the Nigerian team, and Ted is aware of it. He attempts to uplift Sam's spirits but falls short. On another note, Beard and Jane have arranged for an axe-throwing session tonight, complete with targets resembling Nate, to celebrate the downfall of the disliked individual. Ted is unimpressed by the idea. Roy also declines the invitation, citing other commitments.
After sharing a heartfelt moment with Sam in the hallway, Rebecca enters her office only to find Rupert, the personification of evil, standing there. He invites her to a meeting with the Akufo league as a gesture of reconciliation. Rebecca tells him she will consider it.
Roy is occupied with Uncle's Day, a special occasion he is celebrating with his sister and Phoebe. It holds great significance to her. As the doorbell rings, Phoebe excitedly rushes to answer it, only to reveal Jamie walking in. It turns out Phoebe couldn't resist inviting Roy's "best friend" to join the festivities, a claim that both Jamie and Roy deny. However, when Jamie declares that Isaac is his best friend, Roy disagrees. Jamie has also brought a gift — a modified version of the original England kit that Roy wore during the 2014 World Cup. The only alteration is the replacement of the letter "E" with a "U." But Jamie is not the sole bearer of gifts. Phoebe surprises Roy with a tie-dye shirt, using red, orange, and yellow dyes to spell out R-O-Y, which is not something he would usually wear but will because Phoebe made it just for him.
Sam arrives at Ola's restaurant, expecting a bustling crowd, but to his dismay, he discovers that Edwin Akufo has deliberately cleared the night to continue his personal vendetta against Sam. Edwin has even arranged for a food blogger from The Times to write a negative review, and he plans to open his own Nigerian restaurant just 20 meters away. To make matters worse, it turns out that Edwin was behind the manipulation that prevented Sam from making the Nigerian team by offering a bribe of $20 million. As expected, all the reservations for the evening were made by Edwin as well.
Rebecca seeks advice from Leslie regarding the meeting with the Akufo league. She believes that she's being invited solely because of her gender, as a token gesture to enhance their image. Leslie acknowledges her concerns but advises her to focus on discovering what exactly is happening, regardless of the motive behind the invitation.
Keeley finds herself at the Crown and Anchor, and she receives a text message stating that Jack had no involvement in KJPR's downfall. She has an uplifting conversation with Mae about owning a business, and Mae, in her cryptic manner, offers comforting words of wisdom.
Roy proudly puts on his tie-dye shirt, causing a stir among the Diamond Dogs. Keeley is preoccupied, ignoring Rebecca's attempts to communicate, as she organizes coasters at the bar. Nate, clearly in a despondent state, is seen taking food trays outside his door. The Greyhounds gather to watch the Canada vs. Mexico match, eagerly anticipating the showdown between Rojas and Van Damme. During the game, Dani accidentally breaks Van Damme's nose while attempting to score.
Meanwhile, Rebecca reads articles about the Akufo league, and her phone suddenly alerts her from inside her purse. Among the items she retrieves from her purse are one of Ted's iconic Army men and the green matchbook from Ola's that has been haunting her. Eventually, she discovers a text from Rupert, expressing his hope that she attends the meeting. Rebecca agrees to go. As Roy prepares to leave, he decides to abandon the tie-dye shirt by discarding it on the pavement and tearing it off in the parking lot. However, his sentimental nature gets the better of him, and he stops to retrieve the shirt before driving away.
Roy drives Phoebe to school, still wearing the shirt, and runs into Leeann, her former teacher. Their conversation triggers a realization for Roy that he had allowed his own self-doubts to ruin something important. Meanwhile, Keeley surprises Barbara with a snow globe as a farewell gift on their last day working together. However, Barbara ends up purchasing the snow globe from Keeley, as it doesn't count towards her collection otherwise. The lights at KJPR shut off for the final time, symbolizing the end of an era.
As Rebecca arrives at the meeting with Akufo, she is taken aback to see that Rupert has a new assistant, considering his apparent closeness with his previous one. Her lack of surprise continues as the men in the room immediately objectify her upon her entrance. During the meeting, Afuko dismisses a Russian owner, causing a stir due to its negative optics, and proceeds to outline his intentions. He envisions a global league that will feature the best teams in the world, although it will come at the cost of affordability for some fans, and there will be widespread opposition. It becomes clear that this venture is primarily driven by financial motives. While the men in the room eagerly embrace the profit-driven scheme, Rebecca distinguishes herself by recognizing the deep emotional connection fans have with their teams. She recounts Rupert's story of how he became the owner of Richmond, emphasizing the significance of these clubs to their supporters.
Nate discovers his old violin and begins playing it, while the boys gather in the locker room to watch the England match. Jamie pays tribute to his teammate Sam by donning the number 24 on the pitch. As Roy writes a note to Keeley, it becomes evident that Rebecca's impassioned speech has resonated with the stubborn old men in the meeting. Edwin storms out of the meeting in anger, and all the club owners end up covered in food.
Nate's father unexpectedly walks in on him playing the violin, causing Nate to feel sheepish and apologize for interrupting his father's alone time. However, their interaction leads to a heartfelt conversation where they reach a mutual understanding. Nate's father reveals that he never placed expectations or value solely on Nate's achievements. He had believed that being a certain kind of parent was what Nate wanted him to be. Recognizing Nate's brilliance and unique perspective on things, his father acknowledges the burden he must carry. Nate finally receives the reassurance that he hasn't disappointed his father all these years.
Meanwhile, at the meeting, Rupert attempts to make a romantic advance towards Rebecca, hinting at lingering unresolved feelings. However, to the relief of all, she rejects his advances. Roy, on the other hand, finds himself at Keeley's place and decides to leave a heartfelt note for her, slipping it beneath her door. Unexpectedly, Keeley surprises him by approaching from behind. She attempts to read the note, but due to his poor handwriting, Roy ends up reading it aloud to her. In the note, he takes responsibility for his own actions, acknowledging that their past issues were not her fault but his own for withdrawing instead of confronting his own problems. He expresses his love for her.
Rebecca visits Keeley next, where she finally learns the fate of KJPR. Rebecca offers to personally fund the project, demonstrating her commitment to its success. During their conversation, Roy emerges wearing a pink robe, and they discuss how it was for the best that Rebecca didn't reconcile with her ex. They acknowledge that the circumstances are different, and Roy's character is complex—he may have some flaws, but they are endearing rather than the negative qualities of a typical "dickhead."
At the pitch, the locker room is fully prepared for the day's activities when Will enters and notices a note at the center, revealing the person responsible. Nate takes the opportunity to apologize to Will for his previous behavior during their last season together. KJPR is now operational again. Barbara has chosen to leave Jack's company and return to work with Keeley, a decision that brings a sense of joy and satisfaction.
After the international break, the team reunites. Rebecca hangs the Hockney painting back in her office, reclaiming it as her own space. Ted compliments the talent displayed in the artwork, referring to it as a masterpiece created by a skilled young artist. Rebecca confides in Ted that her primary focus is no longer defeating Rupert; instead, she desires victory for the sake of Richmond. Ted wholeheartedly agrees with her sentiments, leading to a comical moment of ceremonial tea spit take.
