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Cristo Fernández

Cristo Fernández is a Mexican actor, filmmaker, and former professional footballer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Cristo Fernández is a Mexican actor, filmmaker, and former professional footballer. He is best known for portraying Dani Rojas in the Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso. In 2026, he signed with USL Championship club El Paso Locomotive FC, returning to professional football.

Early life and education

Cristo Fernández was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Sources state that he studied at Universidad del Valle de Atemajac and later at the Guildford School of Acting in the United Kingdom.

Acting career

Fernández gained broad recognition for his role as Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso. He later appeared in high-profile films including Spider-Man: No Way Home, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Venom: The Last Dance, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Football career

Fernández is also a footballer and has been described as a former professional player who returned to the sport later in life. In 2026, he signed with El Paso Locomotive FC in the USL Championship.

Production work

In addition to acting and football, Fernández has been reported as a co-founder of Espectro MX Films, a film production company.

Key facts

  • He was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, on 27 January 1991.
  • He is best known for playing Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso, which ran from 2020 to 2023.
  • His film credits include Spider-Man: No Way Home, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Venom: The Last Dance, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
  • He signed with El Paso Locomotive FC of the USL Championship in 2026.
  • He is reported to have co-founded the production company Espectro MX Films.
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Canadian context

No direct Canada-specific connection is indicated in the provided sources, though his work in internationally distributed film and television would be familiar to Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Cristo Fernández?
He is a Mexican actor, filmmaker, and footballer known for playing Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso.
What is Cristo Fernández’s full name?
His full name is Cristóbal Fernández González.
What is Cristo Fernández best known for?
He is best known for portraying Dani Rojas in Ted Lasso.
What films has he appeared in?
Reported film credits include Spider-Man: No Way Home, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Venom: The Last Dance, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
Does Cristo Fernández play football professionally?
Yes. Sources say he signed with El Paso Locomotive FC in 2026 and is associated with professional football.
Where is Cristo Fernández from?
He was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cristo_Fern%C3%A1ndez
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birthplace, occupations, Ted Lasso role, film credits, education, production company, years active
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9434831/
    Supports: Actor/producer/writer identification and Mexican origin
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/48758870/before-ted-lasso-cristo-fernandez-had-pro-soccer-dreams-now-living-them
    Supports: Football background, return to professional soccer, El Paso Locomotive signing, Espectro MX Films reference
  4. ElCinema — https://elcinema.com/en/person/2250999/biographies
    Supports: Biography, football background, education, notable roles, SAG Award mention
  5. Noticias Telemundo — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7cCs9-wlKE
    Supports: Interview discussing career and background