Tag Archive | Giorgio Chinaglia

Cosmos Retiring Giorgio Chinaglia’s Number 9 prior to Match vs Ottawa Fury

The New York Cosmos announced on Thursday that they will honor legendary player Giorgio Chinaglia before the team’s match on June 8, 5 p.m. ET against Ottawa at Hofstra University’s Shuart Stadium. Family members of the late Chinaglia, who played alongside Pelé during the 1970s, will be present during a special pregame ceremony to retire […]

Cosmos Honor Legends at Opening Match

The New York Cosmos announced on Tuesday that they will honor legendary players Pele, Carlos Alberto and Giorgio Chinaglia before the team’s opening match on August 3 at Hofstra University’s Shuart Stadium. The two living legends will be joined by the family members of Chinaglia, who played alongside the Brazilian stars during the 70s and […]

Cosmos add two more players along with fitness coach

The New York Cosmos announced on Friday that two more players have agreed to contracts with the team, as forward Jemal Johnson and defender Chris Rodd will now join the roster. The franchise has also announced that Simone Lucchesi will act as their full-time fitness coach. Getting to know the two newest Cosmos: Johnson, 28, […]

Cosmos name Nike as team’s official kit supplier

The New York Cosmos announced on Friday that Nike will be the team’s official kit supplier for the 2013 NASL fall season. When the Cosmos return to the pitch at Hofstra University’s Shuart Stadium on August 3 for the first time in 30 years, they will sport the same colors and iconic logo that was […]

Cosmos Hosting Gala to Honor Former Stars and benefitting HELP USA

The New York Cosmos announced on Friday that the team will host a charity gala to honor former players Pelé, Carlos Alberto and Giorgio Chinaglia (represented by his family) on Aug. 1, 2013. The mission with this gala is to benefit their charitable partner HELP USA, as well as paying tribute to the soccer icons. […]