A famous star of ‘s hit show has taken his small-screen role as a soccer player to the pitch in real life. He has just signed a professional contract with an American soccer club. Cristo Fernández, who played Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, has decided to pursue a career as a professional soccer player, similar to his role in the TV show. This time, he’s going to live his dream in real life. Fernández has signed a contract with a professional second-tier club, El Paso Locomotive FC, reports The Guardian.