This is after reports claim that after six years of operation, the North American Soccer League's, New York Cosmos, have ceased operations and terminated the contracts of all players as well as coaching staff.
According to Foxsports, following rumors of financial turmoil, Michael Lewis of Big Apple Soccer reports that the club informed NASL that they have ceased operations. A source close to the club says they have also released their players, who have been paid through until the end of November. They will not be compensated for December because they were not with the team anymore.
After a 29-year layoff, the Cosmos returned to the NASL in 2013, winning both the fall season and the league title in their first year back. They signed international luminaries like Raul Gonzalez and Marcos Senna, and continued to see great success on the field. They reached the playoffs in all four seasons of their new existence, winning three Soccer Bowl championships, including this year's trophy.
The Cosmos are reportedly seeking a new buyer, but their folding is likely a blow for NASL, who are losing clubs left, right and center, and are now left with just four active teams.
The future is unclear for one of North America's most storied clubs, and it's a sad moment for the sport as a whole.
We wish David 'Cheche' and his former team-mates the best of luck in their future endeavours.