Minnesota United midfielder Miguel Ibarra was named to the U.S. national team roster for its friendly match Oct. 10 against Ecuador.

The match in East Hartford, Conn., will be Landon Donovan’s final appearance for the national team.

“Already the hierarchy starts to shift in some ways, which is normal at the beginning of a cycle,” said U.S. national team coach Jurgen Klinsmann. “It’s important that the younger players get a chance to swim in the cold waters. We are excited to look at this group against a very competitive team like Ecuador.”

Ibarra, 24, became the first North American Soccer League player called up to train with the national team since 2005.

“It’s an honor to be given this opportunity to play for my national team,” Ibarra said. “My teammates have been crucial to helping me excel on the field.”

Ibarra has eight goals and five assists in 22 games for the Loons this season.

Klinsmann is expected to make several changes to the roster before the second friendly against Honduras on Oct. 14.

Also, United forward Rafael Burgos was called up to the El Salvador national team within the past week.

Both Ibarra and Burgos likely will be absent from United’s matches on Oct. 11 and 15.

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