Landon Donovan will make his coaching debut at the MLS Homegrown Game as part of the league's All-Star festivities on July 28.
Donovan, who retired after winning the MLS Cup last year, will lead the young MLS players against Club America's under-20 squad.
"I am truly honored to coach the MLS Homegrown Team in this year's Chipotle MLS Homegrown Game," Donovan said in a statement.
"As someone that was developed in MLS, I hope I can provide some insight to these young players and help them reach their goals of becoming successful professionals. It will be a great All-Star week for everyone involved and I'm looking forward to the opportunity."
The homegrown team is made up of the league's top players from the club's youth academies.
Donovan will select the gameday squad from a roster nominated by their clubs.