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The Prodigal Son Returns, Diosa Mio

By Sean McCaffery, February 21, 2019

David Diosa is back in the fold with the Green-and-White. Earlier this week, the NY Cosmos made it known that they had reacquired their 5 year mainstay who started with their academy in 2010,  netting their first goal to then join the first team in the first year of the reboot era, 2013.  David stated, "I'm really happy to return home and play for the club. I'm excited to play again for the most historic team in the U.S." He had played a myriad of positions for the team during his tenure, getting his first game in 2013 facing Atlanta as a sub in a 1-0 win.

Twin Bill for Chicago Soccer April 20

By Sean McCaffery, February 21, 2019

Chicagoland fans will get a double treat as the Fire first face the Rapids at noon CT followed by the 2:30 kick of the Red Stars and Thorns, marking the 4th year these 2 have played a double header together. All Fire tix come with a Red Stars ducat. Those making use of the pub to pitch bus program are also able to avail themselves to the pair of games, but you must RSVP on it by April 17.

YES to Show 22 NYCFC Games in 2019

By Sean McCaffery, February 21, 2019

Yes, the broadcast partner for NYCFC will broadcast almost 2 dozen games the team announced for the upcoming regualr season. Opening with the opening game facing MLS Champions, Atlanta United. Each of these games will also be live streamed on the Fox Sports Go app at 8p.m. Joe Tolleson and Ian Joy are back for their 5th year of play-by-play & analyst work, as our frined Janusz Michallik is back as well for game analysis. The Feb. 22 preseason match with Nashville will be live as well on YES and streamed.

NYCFC Promotional Games

By Sean McCaffery, February 21, 2019

Today, the Boys in Blue released their promotional schedule for this coming season, these items apply for the first 10,000 fans.

4/24 Chicago Fire, Bronx Night

6/6 FC Cincinnati Pride Night

7/3 Seattle Sounders Staten Island Night

7/7 Military Appreciation Night Portalnd Timbers

7/26 Manhatten Night, Sporting KC

8/8 Brooklyn Night Houston Dynamo

9/11 First Responder Night Toronto FC

9/14 Hispanic Heritage Night San Jose Earthquakes

9/25 Fan Appreciation Night Atlanta United

Cosmos Ink El Salvador Internatioinal Burgos

By Sean McCaffery, February 16, 2019

No, not his father of the ES National Team of the 80's but Junior Burgos, father Efrain has retired, however they play the same position. Junior informed "I'm excited and motivated for a new challenge, especially with such a prestigious and historic organizatioin like the New York Cosmos." At 30 he is in his playing prime and is fully expected to lend a creative touch to the team bringing with him his reputation as a restart specialist, one of which lead to the 2015 NASL Goal of the Year. His pro career began with Toronto FC then to the Atlanta SIlverbacks. His first time with Atl.

Chicago Fire add a Supporters Group keep a Charity

By Sean McCaffery, February 13, 2019

The Fire and Section 8 Chicago jointly let it be known that a new supporters section has been established in section 137. They both are expected to pack the house at the newly named SeatGeek Stadium on Mar. 9 for the home opener facing Orlando at noon. All groups and the team alike have recommitted to back Fire For Food, the initative of the team to raise funds in support of the Greater Chicago Food Depository. During the week of the season opener, Fire staffers will join those of the supporters groups to be at the Depository, keep an eye out for more details. Fire Pres.

Open Training Week Returns with United Soccer Coaches

By Sean McCaffery, February 12, 2019

This is a great thing which the St. John's Women's Soccer Team have hosted in it's first 2 years, so of course we went there, where will we attend this year? The week of April 1-7 will be the dates for this nationwide program supported by both Pro and College teams as they welcome local coaches in their markets to a training session in order to unite coaches around the love of the game. Coaches from any/all levels are most welcome to attend and observe this higher level of training session, trade ideas and learn from eachother.

US U-15 BNT Coach, Clint Peay Joins the Coaching Staff at NCFC

By Sean McCaffery, February 12, 2019

Former HC of the USMNT, Dave Sarachan has added another form the NT program in Peay and Dave stated, " It's great to have Clint here, I've known him for many years and he's certainly built up quite a bit of experience working at a variety of different levels." As a player his resume is stellar, Olympics, 4x NCAA champ, 3x MLS Cup winner & a Lamar Hunt US Open Cup trophy to his credit. Peay added, "Obviously I'm very excited. This is a great club. There's a good mix of veterans and young guys.

USWNT Calls in 5 NC COurage Players for SheBelieves Cup

By Sean McCaffery, February 12, 2019

One player per point on the star of the logo for the Courage is what has just happened on the newly released roster for the USWNT. From Long Island of course Crystal Dunn, Abby Dahlkemper, Jessica McDonald, Sam Mewis McCall Zerboni all rostered with Merritt Mathias who we met at a clinic on LI this winter will be a non rostered player in camp.

The 23 for the 2019 She Believes Cup are Set

By Sean McCaffery, February 12, 2019

This tourney which features only those going to the World Cup and just top 10 teams with the #1 USA, #4 England, #8 Japan & #10 Brazil kicks off Feb. 27 with the US facing Japan in Chester PA, the home of the Union in the second game as the first is at 4 when England & Brazil clash. Brazil, France & the USA comprise 3 of only 7 teams to have been in the last 7 World Cup Tourneys. Those with local ties include from RVC, Crystal Dunn, Kelley O'Hara former Sky Blue Star & Carli Lloyd of NJ & Sky Blue who had 2 soccer clinics this weekend in Syosset.

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