Dave Martinez

For those that have followed his managerial career, the idea that anyone wouldn't know what Giovani Savarese is all about borders on absurdity. After all, this is Gio we are talking about: a man who started his coaching career with the New York…

by DAVE MARTINEZ As first reported by Empire of Soccer’s Jake Nutting, the New York Cosmos have officially announced their move to MCU Park for the 2017 NASL season. “When I took control of the club on January 10th, our immediate priorities were to…

by DAVE MARTINEZ The returning New York Cosmos will be taking the field without their 2016 goalscoring champion or one of their most dynamic wingers from the NASL Championship winning side. Zulia FC, a Venezuelan club, announced Friday afternoon the…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Following U.S. Soccer’s decision to sanction both the North American Soccer League (NASL) and United Soccer League (USL) as provisional division two leagues, the New York Cosmos have finally broken their silence. Cosmos COO Erik…

by DAVE MARTINEZ After days of speculation, EoS can confirm that media magnate Rocco Commisso is in line to become the New York Cosmos majority owner — if U.S. Soccer once again awards the North American Soccer League Division Two status. But that is…

by DAVE MARTINEZ The wait is almost over. A U.S. Soccer spokesperson tells EoS that a final decision on divisional sanctioning for the second and third divisions could be announced by the “end of the week.” U.S. Soccer missed their own deadline for…

by DAVE MARTINEZ For the second year in a row, Empire of Soccer asked fans to vote on the top player in the New York soccer scene. This year, we opened that vote up to the NWSL, with Sky Blue players joining representatives from the New York Cosmos,…

by DAVE MARTINEZ In a year that has seen the demise of the New York Cosmos as we have known them, it is difficult to speak about the team’s accomplishments on the field — which were many. But then again, that is what these year-end-reviews are…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Sebastian Guenzatti gave everything to the New York Cosmos — and now, he has been left with nothing. A local Queens product who left his home at the age of 18 to pursue his dreams of a soccer career, Guenzatti is a natural born risk…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Christmas may come a bit early for longtime fans of the New England Revolution. EoS has learned that former New York Cosmos assistant coach Carlos Llamosa is close to signing with his former club — this time, as an assistant…

by DAVE MARTINEZ The uncertainty in the North American Soccer League is not stopping the San Francisco Deltas from forming their roster for 2017. EoS has learned that the Deltas are looking to lure longtime New York Cosmos fan favorite, Danny…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Late Thursday afternoon, Michael Lewis of Big Apple Soccer reported a possible investment group looking to either join or buy out the existing New York Cosmos ownership: namely, GF Capital. He also made mention of one of the oldest…

by DAVE MARTINEZ According to a well-placed source, the North American Soccer League may be making a final push for survival — one that could keep them in play through 2017 and beyond. The league is pushing for an 8-10 team competition for 2017. That…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Last week, EoS sat down with New York Cosmos owner and chairman Seamus O’Brien. We touched on several issues, including the team’s future, their take on USL, NASL and MLS, and one other very important topic — the fans. In recent…

by DAVE MARTINEZ The Jacksonville Armada players gathered last week for a series of practice sessions under a cloud of uncertainty. On Wednesday afternoon, their future became clear. Or perhaps a better word is bleak. Sources tell EoS that Armada…

There are few American soccer brands that rival the global resonance of the New York Cosmos. The name alone conjures images of Pelé, Franz Beckenbauer and Giorgio Chinaglia trouncing opponents in packed stadiums across America. They were the rebels.…

Several months ago, the Jacksonville Armada began a cost-cutting operation. Staff numbers were reduced. Spending, examined. At the time, the thought was that ownership was beginning to take a more responsible, realistic approach to the team’s overall…

by DAVE MARTINEZ Danny Szetela grew up a fan of the Metrostars. He went on to play for the New York Cosmos. Now, will we see him in City blue? Following a tweet from SBI writer Matt Reed, EoS has learned that New York City FC have expressed interest…

by DAVE MARTINEZ With reports and rumors continuing to swirl around the New York Cosmos future, the Five Points have decided to make their voices heard. While the Cosmos front office continues to operate in radio silence, the Five Points have issued…

by DAVE MARTINEZ The New York Cosmos are preparing for the end — and this may be the most definitive proof of that statement to date. Cosmos players received termination letters on Monday, assuring that the Cosmos will not be taking the field in…