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'Ted Lasso' star signs pro contract with USL team
Key takeaways
- Fernández, who portrayed fictional footballer Dani Rojas on the small screen, will now lace up his cleats for a real-life team after a two-month trial with El Paso.
- Like the character on "Ted Lasso," Fernández is also a forward.
- "Cristo is a great addition to our roster, adding another attacking threat," Locomotive head coach Junior Gonzalez said.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
Getty Cesar Hernandez May 12, 2026, 11:00 AM ETMultiple Authors Email Print Open Extended Reactions"Ted Lasso" star Cristo Fernández has become a professional football player after signing for USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive, the club announced on Tuesday.
Fernández, who portrayed fictional footballer Dani Rojas on the small screen, will now lace up his cleats for a real-life team after a two-month trial with El Paso.
Like the character on "Ted Lasso," Fernández is also a forward.
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