Brad Friedel appointed as United States U19s head coach

Brad Friedel has been appointed as the head coach of the United States U19s side.

The former Tottenham, Aston Villa, Blackburn and Liverpool goalkeeper retired as a player last summer at the age of 44.

Friedel, who played in three World Cups for the United States, earned 82 caps for his country during a 13-year international career and has assisted various national youth team camps, as well as working with players at Tottenham's academy.

He holds the Premier League record for most consecutive appearances at 310 games.

"I look forward to the opportunity to help develop our young players into professionals and full internationals," Friedel said.

"The last four years I have focused my coaching at the academy and development levels, and I'm excited to work with the entire group of committed youth national team staff members to increase our levels of development here in the United States."