American Jesse Marsch was appointed as the head coach of the Canadian national soccer team yesterday, Monday, as the North American team prepares to participate in the Copa America next month in the United States.
The fifty-year-old had been without a job since being sacked by Leeds United in February of last year due to poor results.

Marsch's name was mentioned as a potential coach for the American team last year, amid uncertainty over coach Greg Berhalter's position. The latter was reinstated in his position, while Marsch's name was linked to various roles, such as coaching the South Korean national team.

However, Marsch, who has also coached the American New York Red Bulls and Austrian Red Bull Salzburg and German Leipzig, is looking to establish the stability that was imposed by former English coach John Herdman.

After leading Canada to the 2022 World Cup following a long absence, Herdman left last year to coach Toronto FC.

The Canadian federation said in a statement yesterday, Monday, that Marsch will take over the role immediately under a contract that extends until the end of the 2026 World Cup, which Canada will co-host with the United States and Mexico.

Marsch, who began his coaching career in Canada with the Montreal Impact in 2011, said, "I am proud to oversee the Canadian national team during the preparation period for hosting the World Cup. I have been inspired by the new leadership in the Canadian federation and the potential of this dynamic group of players."

He addressed the federation's CEO Kevin Blue, saying, "I assure you that I will repay you in every way possible. All Canadians will be excited about this team... We will play with strength and inspiration."

In his first matches, he will face the Netherlands and France in friendlies on June 6 and 9, respectively.