SANDY, Utah (AP) — Star midfielder Kyle Beckerman is retiring after 21 seasons in the league, the last 14 with Real Salt Lake.

The nine-time All-Star is regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders in MLS history. The 38-year-old Beckerman retires as the league’s all-time leader in regular-season matches played, matches started, and minutes played.

Beckerman started his career with the Miami Fusion in 2000, before moving on to Colorado in 2003. He was traded to Real Salt Lake in 2007.

Beckerman also made 58 appearance for the United States, including starting all three group stage matches during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.