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Cristo Fernández joins World Cup coin toss ahead of match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Cristo Fernández joins World Cup coin toss ahead of match
Summary

Cristo Fernández, actor from Ted Lasso and player for El Paso Locomotive, participated in the World Cup 26 coin toss on June 28 in California. His engagement highlighted a shift in the Coca-Cola FIFA World Cup Coin Toss Assistants, including celebrities and athletes from North America. Fernández expressed his joy about the event, connecting his journey from Guadalajara to the World Cup stage. Future coin toss assistants include Olympian Jon Montgomery on July 7, actress Uzo Aduba on July 9, and others in the days leading up to the tournament.

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  • •Fernández participated in the coin toss for South Africa vs. Canada match.
  • •Coca-Cola's initiative includes influencers for the World Cup 26 coin toss.
  • •Future coin toss assistants will feature Uzo Aduba and Issa Rae.
  • •Fernández emphasized the community and passion of fútbol.
  • •The coin toss took place at SoFi Stadium.
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  • 6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Ted Lasso actor, El Paso Locomotive player joins World Cup coin toss
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Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernández brought his "fútbol is life" energy to the World Cup 26 coin toss in California.

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