Former United States goalkeeper Brad Friedel will begin his head coaching career as the leader of the U.S. under-19 team, U.S. Soccer announced on Monday.
Friedel, 44, retired with Tottenham in May after a long career in England during which he also played for Liverpool, Blackburn and Aston Villa.
Omid Namazi, a former assistant for Iran, was also hired to coach the under-18 squad.
"We are thrilled to bring on two guys who have such tremendous experience," said U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann. "Brad Friedel played at the highest level for almost two decades, and his knowledge will be a huge benefit to our young players.