The New England Revolution have appointed Marko Mitrović as the club’s 10th head coach. Mitrović brings 15+ years of coaching experience on the international, professional, & youth levels.

“We’re really excited to welcome Marko Mitrović as head coach of the New England Revolution,” Sporting Director Curt Onalfo said. “During the interview process, Marko’s tactical acumen and modern coaching philosophies set him apart. It’s crystal clear that he shares our ambitions to compete for trophies in 2026 and beyond. His extensive coaching experience at both the club and international levels, including on some of the world’s biggest stages, have prepared him well for this pivotal role.”

Mitrović, 47, arrives at New England fresh off a run at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile where he led the US U20 Men’s National Team to the Quarterfinals. He aided the team winning Group E, where the team went 2W-0D-1L. The U20s won 9-1 versus New Caledonia, 3-0 versus France & fell 2-1 versus South Africa. In the Round of 16, USA defeated Italy 3-0. The team unfortunately were defeated in the Quarterfinals versus the eventual champions, Morocco, 3-1. 

The young coach is fluent in four languages: English, Serbian, Russian, Croatian & has proficiency in Spanish.

“It’s an honor to join the Revolution and become the new head coach of this storied club,” Mitrović said. “I’m grateful to the Kraft family, Brian Bilello and Curt Onalfo for trusting me to lead the team, a responsibility I take very seriously. I will work relentlessly to deliver a team the fans will be proud to support. I’m excited to get started.”

In terms of previous experience, Mitrović has over 16 seasons of professional playing experience across Serbia, Hungary, Azerbaijan & Kazakhstan. Mitrović began his career with Red Star Belgrade (1995-99), where he was sent on loan three times to FK Voždovac (1995-96), Budućnost Valijevo (1996-97) & FK Milicionar (1997-98). While with FK Milicionar, he assisted in the team’s promotion to the Super League. In the summer of 1999, he joined FK Zemun for 6 months. He then joined FK Radnički 1923 (2000-01). He later joined FK Budućnost Banatski Dvor (2002-05) where he won the league in his second season. In Summer of 2005, he joined Olimpik Baku (2005-06). He later joined Banat Zrenjanin (2006-07). In 2008, he signed for FC Atyrau (2008), was transferred to FC Megasport (2008) which later merged with Lokomotiv Astana (2009). He ended his career with Smederevo (2010).

After retirement, Mitrović entered the coaching realm and began coaching with Serbian side Banat Zrenjanin as an Assistant Coach (2011-12). He then left to join Serbian side Napredak Krusevac as an Assistant Coach (2012-13). Following the 2013 season, he left Krusevac and returned to his boyhood academy club, Red Star Belgrade. He began with the U-15s, a role which he held for two seasons (from 2013-15). During his time with Krusevac & Red Star, he held a position with the Serbian Youth National Team (2012-16) & worked as the Head Coach of the U15s & U20s. He won the 2015 U20 World Cup & 3rd place in the 2014 UEFA U19 Championship.

In 2016, Mitrović endured his first stint in MLS as he joined Chicago Fire FC(2016-19) as an Assistant Coach. While with Chicago, Mitrović helped lead the Fire back to the MLS Cup Playoffs in 2017 following a third-place finish in the Eastern Conference.

Following his tenure in Chicago, Mitrović joined Reading FC as an Assistant Coach (2020-22).

At the conclusion of his tenure in England, Mitrović first joined U.S. Soccer as head coach of the Under-19 national team from 2022-23. Prior to taking over the helm of the United States Under-20 side, Mitrović became head coach of the Under-23s in 2023 and led the program to the quarterfinals of the 2024 Olympic Games in France.

In his farewell address to the USYNT, Mitrović said, “After almost four years, it’s time to say goodbye. I’ve had a wonderful experience with the U.S. Soccer Federation, one where I was given the opportunity to work with exceptional people and great professionals that helped me grow as a person and a coach. I was privileged to coach some of the best talents that we have in our soccer landscape and to learn from them. I hold a tremendous sense of pride in the fact that I represented the USA at the Olympic Games, U-20 World Cup, Gold Cup & Nations League. I can only say a big thank you to all that have been part of my time at U.S. Soccer the past several years. This has been an incredibly special time in my life. Thank you for everything. Let’s Go USA!”

Mitrović’s introductory press conference will be held Wednesday, November 12th at 1:30pm EST along with New England Revolution Sporting Director Curt Onalfo.