New York Cosmos x Admiral Collection

More than just a football team, the Cosmos were an entertainment powerhouse, woven into the fabric of late ’70s New York. Their matches were must-see events, drawing celebrities, artists, and socialites, turning their locker room into a scene that felt more like Studio 54 than a football club. Their influence extended beyond the pitch—what they wore mattered just as much as how they played.

It was in this golden era that Admiral Sports became part of the Cosmos family, introducing a bold new kit that shifted the club’s secondary color from green to navy. Designed in collaboration with American fashion icon Ralph Lauren, it marked the first true intersection of lifestyle fashion and football (see original Ralph Lauren x Admiral press release attached) setting a precedent for style on and off the pitch. This partnership cemented the Cosmos as more than a team—they became a cultural institution in New York City.