Career Timeline of Jesse Marsch: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Jesse Marsch built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jesse Marsch is an American professional soccer coach, currently the head coach of the Canada men's national team. Before coaching, he had a 14-season career as a midfielder in Major League Soccer (MLS), playing for D.C. United, Chicago Fire, and Chivas USA. During his MLS career, he won three league titles and four U.S. Open Cup titles. He also earned two caps for the United States national team.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1996: Drafted by D.C. United

In 1996, Jesse Marsch was drafted by D.C. United in the third round of the MLS College Draft.

1998: MLS Cup with Chicago Fire

In 1998, Jesse Marsch helped the Chicago Fire to the 1998 MLS Cup, giving him three league championships in three seasons. While with Chicago, he also won the U.S. Open Cup.

2000: U.S. Open Cup Win with Chicago Fire

In 2000, Jesse Marsch won the U.S. Open Cup with the Chicago Fire.

November 11, 2001: First Cap with US National Team

On November 11, 2001, Jesse Marsch received his first cap with the United States national team as a substitute in a World Cup qualifier tie against Trinidad and Tobago.

2001: Win at Anfield

In 2022, Leeds managed to beat Liverpool and recorded their first win at Anfield since 2001.

2003: U.S. Open Cup Win with Chicago Fire

In 2003, Jesse Marsch secured another U.S. Open Cup title with Chicago Fire.

2005: Transfer to Chivas USA

After the 2005 season, Jesse Marsch was transferred to Chivas USA, where Bob Bradley was coaching.

June 2, 2007: Second Cap with US National Team

On June 2, 2007, Jesse Marsch received his other cap with the United States national team in a 4–1 friendly win against China.

February 5, 2010: Retirement Announcement

On February 5, 2010, Jesse Marsch announced his retirement after four seasons with Chivas to enter coaching.

2010: Retirement and U.S. National Team Assistant Coach

In 2010, Jesse Marsch retired from his playing career and became an assistant coach with the U.S. national team under Bob Bradley, reaching the last 16 of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa.

July 2011: Departure from US National Team

In July 2011, Jesse Marsch's time as an assistant with the United States men's national team concluded following Bob Bradley's firing.

August 2011: Head Coach of Montreal Impact

In August 2011, Jesse Marsch was unveiled as the first head coach of the Major League Soccer expansion franchise Montreal Impact.

November 2012: Departure from Montreal Impact

In November 2012, Jesse Marsch left the Montreal Impact after one season due to differences in coaching philosophies.

2012: Inaugural Head Coach of Montreal Impact

In 2012, Jesse Marsch became the inaugural head coach of the Montreal Impact upon its entry to MLS.

January 2015: Named Head Coach of New York Red Bulls

In January 2015, Jesse Marsch was named head coach of the New York Red Bulls, replacing Mike Petke.

2015: Head Coach of New York Red Bulls

In 2015, Jesse Marsch was hired as the head coach of the New York Red Bulls after serving as an assistant coach for Princeton Tigers.

June 2016: Contract Extension with New York Red Bulls

In June 2016, after a successful start to his career, the Red Bulls extended Jesse Marsch's contract, offering a multi-year deal.

January 2017: Linked to Red Bull Salzburg Manager Job

In January 2017, Jesse Marsch was rumored to be taking over as manager of Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg, but both New York Red Bulls and Red Bull Salzburg denied the reports.

July 2018: Assistant Coach at RB Leipzig

In July 2018, Jesse Marsch became the assistant to RB Leipzig head coach Ralf Rangnick, signing a two-year contract.

July 2018: Departure from Red Bulls

In July 2018, Jesse Marsch left the Red Bulls as the coach with the most wins in the club's history, holding a record of 75-32-44.

2018: Departure from New York Red Bulls

In 2018, Jesse Marsch stayed as the head coach of the New York Red Bulls through the first half of the 2018 MLS season.

2018: Assistant Coach at RB Leipzig

In 2018, Jesse Marsch was appointed as an assistant coach at German Bundesliga club RB Leipzig under Ralf Rangnick.

June 6, 2019: Head Coach of Red Bull Salzburg

On June 6, 2019, Jesse Marsch was officially presented as the head coach of Red Bull Salzburg.

2020: Won Austrian Cup

During the 2020-21 season, Jesse Marsch lead Salzburg to their third successive cup win.

2020: Leeds beat Liverpool

In 2022, Leeds beat Liverpool and becoming the first team to beat Liverpool there since Fulham in 2020–21.

December 5, 2021: Departure from RB Leipzig

On December 5, 2021, Jesse Marsch and RB Leipzig mutually agreed to part ways. He concluded his tenure with a record of seven wins, four draws, and six losses.

2021: Return to RB Leipzig as Club Coach

Jesse Marsch returned to RB Leipzig as club coach for the 2021-22 season.

February 28, 2022: Appointed Head Coach of Leeds United

On February 28, 2022, Jesse Marsch was appointed as head coach of Premier League side Leeds United, signing a three-year deal.

2022: Leeds beat Liverpool

In 2022, in their 12th game against title contenders Liverpool, Jesse Marsch guided Leeds to a 2–1 win away from home.

February 6, 2023: Sacked by Leeds United

On February 6, 2023, Jesse Marsch was sacked by Leeds United, with the club sitting 17th in the table.

February 2023: Sacked by Leeds United

In February 2023, Jesse Marsch was sacked by Leeds United.

May 13, 2024: Appointed Head Coach of Canada Men's National Team

On May 13, 2024, Jesse Marsch was appointed as head coach of the Canada men's national team. His contract lasts through the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

May 2024: Coach of the Canadian National Team

In May 2024, Jesse Marsch became the coach of the Canadian national team, where he subsequently led the team to finishing fourth place at the 2024 Copa América.

2024: 2024 Copa América

At the 2024 Copa América in the United States, Jesse Marsch lost 2–0 to World and South American champions Argentina in Canada's opening game, before a 1–0 win over Peru.