Ben Olsen era has come to an end at DC United with the club legend getting fired from his head coaching post on Thursday.
United made the decision to change things up after Olsen oversaw just two wins in 2020. The club is currently stuck at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with 11 points.
The club announced the news on Thursday, confirming that assistant coach Chad Ashton will take over on an interim basis and see out the season. Olsen, on the other hand, will remain with the organization in a different role.
Ben Olsen has been with DC United for more than two decades. He first played professionally for the MLS side between 1998 and 2010, before joining the club’s coaching staff first as an assistant and then as a head coach.
In 10 years at DC’s helm, Olsen’s compiled a 131-89-144 record and led the club to six playoff appearances. He brought one trophy to the club, winning US Cup in 2013.
“My overwhelming emotion right now is that I have been incredibly fortunate to be associated with this great club for 22 years,” said Olsen in a statement. “No one gets that opportunity in professional sports, and I am so much richer for all the amazing experiences and relationships along the way. I will always be grateful.”
