Cosmos Country

Host Jerry Cala sits down with the newest star in the New York Cosmos midfield, Shamit Shome!

Fresh off signing with the Cosmos for the remainder of the season, the 28-year-old central midfielder brings a decade of top-flight professional experience to New York. Jerry and Shamit discuss his journey from being drafted into Major League Soccer with the Montreal Impact to winning the Canadian Premier League Shield and North Star Cup with Cavalry FC.

Shamit also opens up about his international career—making the transition from representing Canada at the youth and senior levels to starring for the Bangladesh national team—and what it means to put on the iconic Cosmos crest as the team pushes through the stretch run.

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Host Jerry Cala sits down with the newest star in the New York Cosmos midfield, Shamit Shome!

Fresh off signing with the Cosmos for the remainder of the season, the 28-year-old central midfielder brings a decade of top-flight professional experience to New York. Jerry and Shamit discuss his journey from being drafted into Major League Soccer with the Montreal Impact to winning the Canadian Premier League Shield and North Star Cup with Cavalry FC.

Shamit also opens up about his international career—making the transition from representing Canada at the youth and senior levels to starring for the Bangladesh national team—and what it means to put on the iconic Cosmos crest as the team pushes through the stretch run.

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On this edition of Cosmos Country, Jerry Cala welcomes the newest addition to the New York Cosmos backline—defender Stalyn Acosta!

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A native of Brentwood, NY, Stalyn’s path to the green and white is a masterclass in perseverance. After grinding through local high school ball, collegiate play at SUNY Cortland, a stint in Puerto Rico with Ponce FC, and proving himself with American Soccer Club New York, Acosta has officially made the leap to USL League One.

Jerry and Stalyn discuss:

• His local soccer upbringing and development pathway on Long Island.
• American Soccer Club
• The setbacks, doubts, and hurdles he had to overcome along the way.
• How catching the eye of Head Coach Davide Corti during a friendly turned into a professional contract.
• His mentality heading into the second half of the season as the Cosmos fight for a postseason spot.
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• His future ambitions and expectations for his career in green.

Tune in for an inspiring, deep-dive conversation with one of the newest faces in Cosmos Country!

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Welcome back to Cosmos Country!

In this episode, hosts Jim Whelan and Jerry Cala sit down with one of the newest additions to the New York Cosmos squad—midfielder Frankie Ljucovic!

A Millbrook, NY native, Frankie’s path to the Cosmos includes impressive stops at every level of the game:

• 🎓 Gonzaga University: A 5-year collegiate standout, making 85 appearances while tallying 7 goals and 5 assists for the Bulldogs.
• ⚽ Semi-Pro Roots: Developed his game in New York with Kingston Stockade FC in the NPSL and Hudson Valley Hammers in USL League Two.
• 🇦🇺 International Success: Traveled down under to Australia's NPL NSW with North West Sydney Spirit FC, where he served as a core starter during their 2025 Premiership title-winning campaign.
• 🗽 Return Home: Signed with the New York Cosmos in USL League One, bringing dynamic energy and composure to the midfield.

Jim, Jerry, and Frankie cover plenty of ground in this interview:

• ⚽ Current State of the Team: Frankie breaks down his transition into the squad, early team dynamics, and goals for the USL League One campaign.
• 🔥 Teammate Q&A: A fun rapid-fire round revealing locker room secrets—who has the best music taste, who brings the energy before matchday, and more!
• 🟢 Wearing the Badge: What it means to play for an iconic club like the New York Cosmos back home in New York.

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On today’s episode of Cosmos Country, host Jerry Cala sits down with the club's newest signing, center-back Michael Chilaka! Michael brings strong defensive presence and international experience to the backline. Starting his professional journey in Israel with Maccabi Kabilio Jaffa and Maccabi Tel Aviv (along with loan spells at Beitar Tel Aviv Bat Yam and Hapoel Umm al-Fahm), Chilaka made his move stateside in 2023 with San Diego Loyal in the USL Championship. He then spent two standout seasons as a defensive anchor for Forward Madison, where he led one of the league's stingiest defenses and helped secure a league-high 11 clean sheets in 2024.

Jerry and Michael catch up on:

⚽ His journey through Israeli soccer and transitioning to the American game.

✍️ The process behind signing with the New York Cosmos.

🎯 His expectations, leadership, and goals for the remaining 15 matches of the 2026 season.

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Welcome back to Cosmos Country! This week, host Jerry Cala is holding down the fort for a highly anticipated sit-down with the literal voice of home matchdays—NY Cosmos PA Announcer Eddie Virgil.

Eddie’s voice sets the tempo for the entire stadium experience, and today he’s joining Jerry to reflect on the high-intensity 2026 USL League One season. The guys take a deep dive into Eddie’s personal journey to the mic, how he crafts the matchday atmosphere at Hinchcliffe Stadium, and his perspective on the squad's performance as they push through a crucial stretch of the year. Stick around until the end for the legendary Cosmos Lightning Round to hear Eddie’s quick-fire takes on NY culture, his matchday routine, and more!

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Cosmos Country Welcomes Midfielder Justin Milovanov! 🗽⚽

The boys are back in the studio! In this episode of Cosmos Country, Jerry Cala and Jim "The Consigliere" Whelan sit down for an exclusive, one-on-one conversation with New York Cosmos central midfielder, Justin Milovanov.

From his roots playing high school ball in Brooklyn and standing out at Marquette, to grinding it out in USL League One, Justin has officially brought his signature work rate, grit, and tactical vision back home to New York.

On This Episode:

• The Journey Home: Justin talks about his path through the collegiate ranks, his time in Arizona with FC Tucson, and what it truly feels like to wear the iconic Cosmos crest in his home city.
• Midfield Mastery: We break down his box-to-box role, reading pressing triggers on the pitch, and how he adapts to the high-intensity tempo of the 2026 season.
• The Cosmos Lightning Round: Jerry and Jimmy throw a rapid-fire volley of questions at Justin to see how well he knows the local fans, his pre-match playlist, and what Cosmos Country can expect next.

Whether you've been following the green and white since the Pelé days or you're riding the wave of this thrilling 2026 rebirth, you won't want to miss this deep dive into the engine room of the squad!

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This week, Joining Cosmos Country next is a man who always has his finger on the pulse of American soccer. He’s a staff writer for The Exchange FC, breaking down everything from local USL matchups to the biggest storylines in Major League Soccer. Whether it's transfer rumors, tactical breakdowns, or the latest tournament runs, please welcome Emilio Lopez!

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In this episode of Cosmos Country, host Jerry Cala sits down for an exclusive one-on-one with the newest weapon in the New York Cosmos attack: Jamaican international forward Chevone Marsh! 🇯🇲✈️🗽

The boys are buzzing as the legendary Cosmos legacy continues its thrilling rebirth in 2026. Jerry and Chevone break down everything you need to know about the club's newest addition:

• The Blueprint & Background: From his early days as a standout talent and captain at Cavalier FC in Jamaica, to a brilliant multi-season stretch lighting up USL League One, Chevone shares his journey and what it means to put on the iconic Cosmos badge.
• Fitting into the Squad: Chevone talks about his transition to the team, hitting the pitch at Hinchliffe Stadium, building early chemistry with guys like captain Sebastián Guenzatti, and adjusting to the tactical vision of the coaching staff.
• The 2026 Mission: What are the expectations for the remainder of the 2026 season? Chevone dives into what he expects from himself and how he plans to help push the Cosmos to the top of the table.
• The Cosmos Lightning Round! To wrap things up, Jerry hits Chevone with a volley of fun, rapid-fire questions to get him acclimated with the fanbase. Find out his first impressions of New York, his pre-match playlist, and what Cosmos Country can expect when he grabs his first goal!

Whether you’re a die-hard fan from the Pelé days or part of the new generation driving the club's modern expansion era, you won't want to miss this insider look at the team's future!

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Welcome back to Cosmos Country with your hosts, Jerry and Jimmy! In this episode, the boys sit down with the New York Cosmos’ veteran defender, #25 Jordan Chavez.

After locking down backlines across the country, Chavez has brought his signature composure, aerial presence, and leadership to the Cosmos for the 2026 USL League One season. We dive into his journey to New York, dissecting a career that spans from standout collegiate years at UNLV to anchoring defenses and donning the captain's armband in the USL.

Jerry, Jimmy, and Jordan unpack the current state of the squad, shifting the focus to what lies ahead. Despite the challenges of a grueling season, Chavez brings a refreshing, infectious wave of optimism to the studio. Tune in to hear how the locker room is rallying, what adjustments are being made on the training pitch, and why #25 is fully confident that the Cosmos are primed for a massive second-half surge.

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