Cristó Fernández From 'Ted Lasso' Debuts in U.S. Soccer Cup Loss

WHO:

Deadline - Cristó Fernández, actor known for his role as Dani Rojas on 'Ted Lasso'

NY Post - Cristó Fernández, 35 years old

WHAT:

Deadline - Cristó Fernández made his professional soccer debut with El Paso Locomotive FC.

NY Post - Fernández entered the match in the 79th minute.

Daily Mail Sports - El Paso Locomotive FC was eliminated from the U.S. Soccer Cup.

WHERE:

Deadline - The match took place in Texas against New Mexico United.

Daily Mail Sports - The team is based in El Paso, Texas.

WHEN:

Deadline - Cristó Fernández signed with El Paso Locomotive FC in May.

WHY:

NY Post - The match marked the realization of a lifelong dream for Cristó Fernández that predated his acting career.

HOW:

Deadline - Fernández's debut was described as life imitating art, reflecting his character's journey in 'Ted Lasso'.

(UPDATED July 12, 2026 23:12 UTC)

Cristó Fernández, known for his role as Dani Rojas on 'Ted Lasso', made his professional soccer debut with El Paso Locomotive FC in a match against New Mexico United, where he entered in the 79th minute. This moment fulfilled a lifelong dream for the 35-year-old actor, who signed with the team in May, although El Paso Locomotive FC was ultimately eliminated from the U.S. Soccer Cup. Fernández's debut was described as life imitating art, mirroring the journey of his character in the popular series.