David Brcic - From New York to Greenock

On this episode of Open Wide for Some Soccer we’re joined by former New York Cosmos goalkeeper David Brcic. During the episode, David shares how he landed on goalkeeping at a young age and later ended up playing for the Cosmos. For David, playing with this team was a privilege, and he will reveal for us what he believes made this team truly special.

On this episode:
● How David became involved in soccer at a young age.
● What made him realize he would be a good fit for goalkeeping.
● How and when David ended up playing with the New York Cosmos.
● Who he lived and trained with for three months.
● The two players David found to be the most comfortable with the ball.
● The way the role of goalkeeper has changed over the years.
● David’s experience playing for Greenock Morton.
● The players that became his friends at Greenock.
● Why David says the Cosmos team was special.
● How the Cosmos transitioned to indoor games.
● David’s relationships with some of the top-notch players on the Cosmos team.
● The player that sent David a special birthday gift.
● Why David says a recent documentary about the Cosmos is accurate.
● David’s experience playing with Giorgio Chinaglia.
● What Carlos Alberto did at a Minnesota game that surprised everyone.
● Who picked up David’s wife from the airport the first time she went to visit New York.
● Why David says the Cosmos weren’t themselves towards the end.
● The phenomenal teammates David remembers playing with.
● David’s experience playing indoor soccer with the New York Cosmos.
● Why the NASL deserves more respect than it’s usually given.