Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernandez makes professional debut in USL

Actor Cristo Fernandez, known for his role as Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, has stepped onto a real football pitch. The 35-year-old made his official competitive debut for El Paso Locomotive FC in the United Soccer League.

He entered the match in the 79th minute as a substitute against New Mexico United, realizing a lifelong dream despite the team's 2-0 defeat.