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Ted Lasso Star Signs Professional Soccer Contract With U.S. Club

SI·Sophia Vesely·20 days ago
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Hollywood star Cristo Fernández, best known for his role as star striker Dani Rojas in the hit Apple TV show Ted Lasso , has earned a professional soccer contract that turns fiction into reality. After an extensive two-month trial , Fernández signed with USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive FC, the second-tier club announced Tuesday. He will play striker both on the pitch and on-screen. “Cristo is a great addition to our roster, adding another attacking threat to our forward line,” Locomotive manager Junior Gonzalez said. “His passion for the game and leadership qualities for our locker room allow us to continue growing the positive culture we strive for as a club.” The 35-year-old has trained with the El Paso side since early March and even featured in their preseason match against New Mexico United, clocking 30 minutes. He also tried out for Chicago Fire II, scoring a goal for the MLS Next Pro team in a preseason friendly.…

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