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.