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Former *Ted Lasso* actor Cristo Fernandez stepped onto the pitch for El Paso Locomotive, entering as a late substitute in a 2‑0 victory against New Mexico United. The debut follows a May contract signing after a career in Mexican and Puerto Rican soccer, and comes despite a 2014 injury that once threatened his playing future.
Cristo Fernandez, known for his role as Danny Rojas in Ted Lasso, stepped onto a professional soccer field for the first time in a USL Cup match, subbing in the 79th minute and receiving a yellow card. His journey from Tecos FC youth player to Hollywood star and back to the sport is explored in a recent ESPN interview.
Actor Cristo Fernández, known for his role in 'Ted Lasso', stepped onto the pitch for El Paso Locomotive FC during a USL Cup clash with New Mexico United, but the team could not avoid a 2‑0 loss.
The Miners and Aggies have locked in their non‑conference basketball dates for the upcoming season, while the future of their football series remains tentative due to scheduling constraints.
Four‑year veteran Laneah Bryan, a standout from El Paso, has been named to the United States roster for the 2026 IFAF Flag Football World Championship in Düsseldorf, Germany, where she hopes to build on past successes and inspire her hometown.
The New Mexico Rapids under‑19 girls’ soccer squad clinched their first national Development Player League title, defeating California’s AYSO United 08 in a hard‑fought 2‑1 final.
Laneah Bryan, a standout athlete from El Paso, has been selected for the U.S. Women’s National Team that will compete in the 2026 IFAF Flag Football World Championship in Düsseldorf, Germany, an event that precedes the sport’s Olympic debut in 2028.
The conference’s re‑imagined lineup sets the stage for a championship race without a clear favorite.
Professional soccer star and Ted Lasso alum Cristo Fernández partners with Tequila Cazadores on a summer campaign that reimagines referee cards as fan badges, featuring a signature cocktail and interactive digital experience.
A look at how Oklahoma's 2026 slate stacks up, highlighting the toughest matchups and the teams that could shape the CFP race.