'Ted Lasso' star signs contract to play with professional soccer team
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Key Points:
- Cristo Fernandez, known for his role as Dani Rojas on Apple TV's "Ted Lasso," has signed with El Paso Locomotive FC to play professional soccer in the USL.
- The contract terms have not been disclosed and require approval from the league and soccer federation.
- Fernandez earned the opportunity after a two-month trial and a preseason appearance, returning to soccer after an injury at age 15 shifted his focus to acting.
- Fernandez expressed gratitude to the club and teammates for the chance to fulfill his dream of playing professionally.
- El Paso Locomotive coach Junior Gonzalez praised Fernandez as a valuable attacking addition who brings passion and leadership to the team.