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Relaunched New York Cosmos Announce First Signing Guenzatti

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sean Hartnett | Last updated Nov 21, 2025 9:09 PM ET

The New York Cosmos are bringing back a familiar face as part of the famed club's 2026 relaunch.

On Friday, the Cosmos announced the signing of forward Sebastian Guenzatti on a multi-year contract. Guenzatti is the Cosmos' first signing since the club went inactive in 2020.

"Rejoining the Cosmos means so much to me," Guenzatti said in a statement. "This club shaped my career. We’ve had so many unbelievable moments wearing this badge. Coming back feels like coming back home, and I’m so happy and excited to be part of this new era. The Cosmos badge — it’s a heavy badge, so you have to create a winning mentality. I’m a little more experienced now, so hopefully I can bring that as well, and set a foundation for the new era.”

Seba is home.

The New York Cosmos sign three-time NASL champion Sebastián Guenzatti as the first player of our new era, pending league and federation approval.

A Queens product, a club legend, a leader—back where it all began.
Welcome home, Seba. pic.twitter.com/LXZp9TJ7BU
— New York Cosmos (@NYCosmos) November 21, 2025

Guenzatti's signing is pending league and federation approval. The Cosmos will begin play in USL League One in 2026 at Paterson, New Jersey's Hinchliffe Stadium in Mar. 2026.

The 34-year-old returns to the Cosmos after previously helping the club to three NASL championships. He spent last season with USL Championship side Detroit City FC.

Though he was born in Uruguay, he moved to the United States at age 12. He was raised in College Point, Queens.

Guenzatti scored 12 goals in 95 appearances during his previous stint with the Cosmos.

The Cosmos featured legendary players like Pele, Franz Beckenbauer, Carlos Alberto and Giorgio Chinaglia during their 1971-85 heyday.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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