Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez makes professional debut for El Paso Locomotive

Actor Cristo Fernandez, known for his role as Dani Rojas in the show Ted Lasso, has made his professional football debut for the El Paso Locomotive. The 35-year-old signed with the USL team after a successful trial period.
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The story bridges the gap between pop culture and professional sports, highlighting an unconventional career transition for an actor.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Cristo Fernandez played Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso over the show's three-series run
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