Cristo Fernández Signs with El Paso Locomotive
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- Cristo Fernández signed a professional contract with USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive after a two‑month trial.
- Cristo Fernández will serve as a forward for El Paso, echoing his on‑screen role as Dani Rojas on “Ted Lasso.”
- Cristo Fernández previously played youth football with Mexican club Tecos FC before quitting at age 15 due to injury.
- Cristo Fernández thanked the club, coaches, staff and teammates for giving him the chance to compete from day one.
- Cristo Fernández joins El Paso Locomotive, which sits fourth in the Western Conference with a 4‑2‑3 record.
Why it matters: El Paso Locomotive gains a forward with professional experience and a recognizable TV persona, strengthening its attack and locker‑room leadership as the club pushes for a higher finish in the Western Conference.