‘Ted Lasso’s Cristó Fernández Makes U.S. Pro Soccer Debut With El Paso Locomotive FC
Actor Cristo Fernández, known for playing Dani Rojas in 'Ted Lasso,' has made his professional U.S. soccer debut with El Paso Locomotive FC.
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The brief
Cristo Fernández appeared for El Paso Locomotive FC in a USL Cup match. The actor, who played the character Dani Rojas in the series 'Ted Lasso,' has officially transitioned to professional play in the United States.
Coverage from The New York Times, ESPN, Deadline, Yahoo Sports, and Syracuse.com emphasizes the crossover from television to professional sports. The New York Times specifically noted that Fernández received a yellow card during the match.
Future coverage is expected to track Fernández's continued participation with El Paso Locomotive FC following this debut appearance.
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Quick answers
Which team did Cristo Fernández debut for?
He made his debut playing for El Paso Locomotive FC.
What role did Fernández play in 'Ted Lasso'?
Fernández played the character Dani Rojas.
Did any disciplinary actions occur during the match?
According to The New York Times, Fernández received a yellow card during the game.
Coverage (5)
- ‘Ted Lasso’ star Cristo Fernández gets yellow in pro soccer debut, but not for hitting dog The New York Times · 7h ago
- Cristo Fernández, 'Ted Lasso' actor, plays for El Paso Locomotive FC in USL Cup match Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- 'Ted Lasso' star Cristo Fernández, who played Dani Rojas in the hit show, makes pro U.S. soccer debut Syracuse.com · 7h ago
- 'Ted Lasso' actor Cristo Fernández makes USL debut for El Paso Locomotive ESPN · 7h ago
- ‘Ted Lasso’s Cristó Fernández Makes U.S. Pro Soccer Debut With El Paso Locomotive FC Deadline · 7h ago
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