MLS

• Chivas veteran Marsch retires, joins U.S. staff

  
  

  Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Longtime MLS midfielder Jesse Marsch announced his retirement from Chivas USA on Friday, and was named an assistant coach for the United States national team.

  Marsch played in MLS since its inception in 1996 and spent the last four years with Chivas. He joins the U.S. just four months before the 2010 World Cup.

  "I have had the opportunity to work with Jesse for many years, and I believe the knowledge and experience he brings will be a great benefit to both the players and the coaching staff," U.S. coach Bob Bradley said.

  Marsch made two appearances for the U.S., most recently against China in June of 2007. He played under Bradley in college and in MLS.

  "I'm excited about this opportunity with U.S. Soccer. I am looking forward to working hard to help this team be successful in the future," Marsch said.

  Marsch made 358 appearances in his 14-year career. One of the most decorated players in MLS history, he has won three MLS Cup titles and four U.S. Open Cup medals.

  Marsch will make his U.S. coaching debut for the United States on Feb. 24 in a friendly against El Salvador. The U.S. then plays the Netherlands on March 3.

  The U.S. was drawn into Group C with England, Slovenia and Algeria for the '10 World Cup, which starts in June in South Africa.

  02/05 16:26:02 ET