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EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Fútbol really is life for “Ted Lasso” actor Cristo Fernández.
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Known as the lovable, energetic Dani Rojas on the hit Apple TV series, Fernández has officially signed with the United Soccer League (USL)’s El Paso Locomotive FC.
The signing is pending league and federation approval, and terms of the deal were not disclosed, per club policy.
Fernández joins El Paso after an extensive two-month trial with the club.
Nexstar’s KTSM first reported in March that Fernández logged 30 minutes in a preseason scrimmage against New Mexico United during the early stages of his trial with the Locomotive.
Since then, Fernández has become a regular presence in training with the team.
“Fútbol has always been a huge part of my life and identity, and no matter where life has taken me, the dream of competing professionally never truly left my heart,” Fernández said in a press release. “I’m incredibly grateful to El Paso Locomotive FC – the club, coaches, staff, and especially my teammates – for opening the doors and giving me the opportunity to compete from day one.”
“This journey back to professional fútbol (soccer) is about believing in yourself, taking risks, and continuing to chase your dreams no matter how unexpected the path may be,” Fernández added. “Because as we say in Mexico: hay que seguirle echando ganas (let’s keep giving it our all).”
El Paso Locomotive FC will be back in action May 27 when they take on AV Alta FC in a USL Cup match.