New York Cosmos Move To MCU Park

The New York Cosmos announced today that MCU Park in Brooklyn will be the new home of the legendary soccer club. The team will host a total of 16 regular-season NASL matches at MCU Park this year beginning with the home opener on April 1st.  Season ticket membership packages for the upcoming 2017 season at MCU Park will go on sale Friday, February 3rd.  

“When I took control of the club on January 10, our immediate priorities were to stabilize the NASL, re-hire the Cosmos front office personnel and coaching staff, rebuild our team roster, and relocate to a fan friendly venue within the five boroughs,” Cosmos Chairman Rocco B. Commisso said. “In less than a month, we have achieved those objectives, including re-signing many of the starters from our 2016 championship team.

“During the Cosmos’ inaugural season in 1971, the team played at Yankee Stadium. With our move to MCU Park in Brooklyn, we are not only able to offer fans easy access to a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience, but we are also reconnecting the club to its original New York City roots. Adding the excitement of Cosmos games to Coney Island’s already vibrant atmosphere will be a win-win for our club and soccer enthusiasts throughout the metropolitan area.”      

Located just steps from Coney Island's famed boardwalk, MCU Park is also home to the Brooklyn Cyclones, a minor league baseball team affiliated with the New York Mets. The stadium sits under the majestic Parachute Jump, and is surrounded by public beaches, amusement park attractions, restaurants and bars. This unique locale features ample parking, and is served by the D, F, N, and Q subway trains and numerous bus routes from the adjacent Coney Island – Stillwell Avenue Station.  

"We are thrilled to showcase MCU Park as a multi-purpose venue and welcome the Cosmos, a storied franchise in American soccer history,” New York Mets Chief Operating Officer Jeff Wilpon said. “All New York area soccer fans will enjoy watching the Cosmos make their mark in Brooklyn."

"With the Cosmos coming to Brooklyn, we're adding a world-class franchise to New York City's proud soccer tradition,” New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said. “We couldn't be more proud to welcome the New York Cosmos to the five boroughs." 

“Coney Island has been an iconic destination for generations of New York families,” Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams said. “This historic Brooklyn neighborhood’s remarkable renaissance will hopefully accelerate even further with the move of the New York Cosmos to MCU Park.”  

"The New York Cosmos are back where they belong: New York City,” New York City Councilman Vincent Gentile said. "Cementing themselves in Brooklyn at MCU Park in Coney Island with a passionate fan base dating back to the 1970s, the Cosmos will attract soccer fans and casual fans of the beautiful game alike."

“Coney Island and the Cosmos are a perfect fit,” New York City Councilman Mark Treyger said. “I welcome the Cosmos to MCU Park and back to New York City, and look forward to seeing a whole new generation enjoy one of our city’s legendary sports clubs.”

“Brooklyn scores again in the wide world of sports," Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Andrew Hoan said. "Bringing the Cosmos to MCU Park gives an even bigger kick to Coney Island as a destination and provides another option for families looking to spend a fun day together.”

"We are excited to welcome the New York Cosmos to Coney Island," said Alexandra Silversmith, Executive Director of the Alliance for Coney Island. "Having the historic soccer club join the Amusement District will allow soccer fans to see the Cosmos while also enjoying an amazing ocean breeze and all Coney Island has to offer."