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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Ap Correspondent

Ted Lasso star joins professional US soccer team

  • Cristo Fernandez, known for his role as Dani Rojas in the Apple TV series Ted Lasso, has signed a professional soccer contract.
  • He has joined El Paso Locomotive FC, a team in the United Soccer League (USL), with the terms of the deal currently undisclosed.
  • The 35-year-old actor secured the contract following a two-month trial period with the club.
  • Fernandez's soccer career was previously interrupted by an injury at age 15, which led him to pursue acting.
  • Fernandez expressed gratitude for the opportunity to fulfil his lifelong dream of competing professionally.

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