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Fútbol is Life: Ted Lasso Actor Joins Pro Soccer Team
12 May
Summary
- Actor Cristo Fernández signed a professional soccer contract with El Paso Locomotive FC.
- Fernández, known for his role as Dani Rojas in 'Ted Lasso,' will play forward.
- This move follows a two-month trial period with the USL Championship club.
Cristo Fernández, widely recognized for his role as Dani Rojas in the Apple TV series "Ted Lasso," has officially signed a professional soccer contract. The 35-year-old Mexican forward will join El Paso Locomotive FC in the USL Championship, pending league and federation approval. This significant career move follows an extensive two-month trial with the Texas-based club, which included training sessions and a preseason debut.
Fernández, whose acting persona famously declared "Fútbol is life," has harbored a lifelong ambition to compete professionally. He previously played soccer at the youth level in Mexico before an injury at 15 rerouted his path towards acting. His return to the sport is being documented on social media, showcasing his dedication to regaining peak performance.
The signing is expected to bring increased visibility to El Paso Locomotive FC and the USL Championship. Analysts suggest Fernández could also contribute meaningfully on the field, potentially filling a need for offensive firepower for the team, which currently sits fourth in the USL Championship Western Conference standings.
