Actor‑turned‑forward Cristo Fernández has joined USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive after a two‑month trial, the club confirmed Tuesday. Best known for playing Dani Rojas on “Ted Lasso,” Fernández swaps sitcom pitches for pitches, signing a contract that makes him the latest celebrity to attempt a professional comeback. He will line up as a forward for the team and aims to help the squad climb the ladder.

Head coach Junior Gonzalez praised Fernández as “another attacking threat” whose passion and locker‑room leadership fit the club’s growing culture. Before acting, the Spaniard trained with Mexican youth side Tecos FC but quit at 15 after an injury. Now, he returns to the sport that shaped his identity, eager to contribute on the field from day one.

El Paso Locomotive sits fourth place in the Western Conference with four wins, two draws and three losses. Fernández’s addition bolsters an attack that has struggled for consistency, giving the club a fresh offensive option as the season heads into its crucial stretch. His debut will test whether a Hollywood hero can translate screen swagger into tangible points for the Locomotive.