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  "path": "/soccer/2026/05/12/ted-lasso-actor-cristo-fernandez-aka-dani-rojas-signs-with-minor-league-soccer-club",
  "publishedAt": "2026-05-12T18:31:48.039Z",
  "site": "https://chicago.suntimes.com",
  "textContent": "<p>EL PASO, Texas — Forward Cristo Fernandez, the actor who portrayed Dani Rojas on the Apple TV series \"Ted Lasso\" has signed with El Paso Locomotive FC of the USL to play soccer professionally.</p><p>Terms of the deal announced Tuesday, which still must be approved by the second-tier league and soccer federation, were not disclosed.</p><p>Fernandez earned the deal after a two-month trial with the team, appearing in a preseason match against New Mexico United. He played soccer at the youth level before an injury at the age of 15 led him to acting.</p><p>\"No matter where life has taken me, the dream of competing professionally never truly left my heart,\" Fernandez said. \"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.\"</p><p>Locomotive coach Junior Gonzalez said Fernandez is a great addition, giving them another attacking threat while bringing passion and leadership to the locker room.<br></p>",
  "title": "'Ted Lasso' actor Cristo Fernandez — aka Dani Rojas — signs with minor-league soccer club",
  "updatedAt": "2026-05-12T18:31:48.039Z"
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