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Ted Lasso star Cristó Fernández made his U.S. pro soccer debut with El Paso Locomotive FC, coming on as a 79th-minute substitute in a 2-0 loss to New Mexico United in a USL Cup match; after signing with El Paso in May following a two-month trial, Fernández spoke about chasing dreams and thanked the club, with a potential guest appearance as Dani Rojas teased for Ted Lasso Season 4.
Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernández has signed with El Paso Locomotive FC after an extensive two‑month trial, earning a spot on the 2026 roster as a midfielder. Fernández, who has long balanced acting with a lifelong love of football, impressed during training and a preseason match against New Mexico United, with Locomotive coach Junior Gonzalez calling him a great addition. The comeback underscores his belief that it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández has signed a professional soccer contract with El Paso Locomotive FC of the USL Championship after a two-month trial; terms are undisclosed and pending league/federation approval, marking a real-life step for the actor who portrays Dani Rojas.
Cristo Fernandez, the actor best known for playing Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, has signed with USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive FC after a two-month trial. The 35-year-old Mexican forward had stepped away from football due to a knee injury in his youth, later pursued a comeback including a Chicago Fire second-team trial, and will join El Paso with the club's coach highlighting him as an additional attacking threat.