Also known as: head coach Woody Jacobs
Head coach of Namibia's U-17 women's football team competing in FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Kenya.
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New Era
Woody Jacobs said the victory brought back memories of the club's golden era
“Long-time supporter Woody Jacobs said the victory brought back memories of the club's golden era and the sacrifices fans endured over the years.”
Arsenal ends 22-year premier league droughtThe Namibian
Coach Woody Jacobs says they still have a chance despite 2-1 first leg deficit
“After losing their first leg encounter 2-1 in Windhoek on Sunday, the 'Baby Gladiators' will now have to score at least two goals in Nairobi on Saturday if they hope to progress further in the competition, but coach Woody Jacobs says they still have a chance.”
Tough assignment awaits Baby GladiatorsNew Era
Head coach Woody Jacobs says preparations have gone well, despite recent rainfall slightly disrupting training sessions
“Head coach Woody Jacobs says preparations have gone well, despite recent rainfall slightly disrupting training sessions.”
Baby Gladiators ready for KenyaNew Era
Woody Jacobs acknowledged that Namibia enters the tie as underdogs, noting Kenya's previous FIFA World Cup experience
“He acknowledged that Namibia enters the tie as underdogs, noting Kenya's previous FIFA World Cup experience, but remains confident in his squad.”
Baby Gladiators ready for KenyaNew Era
Woody Jacobs will lead Namibia's Baby Gladiators in U/17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Kenya
“Woody Jacobs, assisted by Dinocarpio Pieters and goalkeeper coach Gift Tjivikua, will lead Namibia's Baby Gladiators in the upcoming FIFA U/17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Kenya.”
Baby Gladiators ready for U/17 World Cup ClashNew Era
Jacobs said choosing 25-player squad from 80 girls has been inspiring journey
“Jacobs said choosing a 25-player provisional squad from an initial group of 80 talented girls across Namibia has been an inspiring journey.”
Baby Gladiators ready for U/17 World Cup ClashNew Era
Woody Jacobs called on supporters to continue backing players
“Recently appointed Tigers co-coach Woody Jacobs acknowledged the pressure on the team but called on supporters to continue backing the players.”
Tigers battle against relegation …Starlile, Yangile vow to bounce backThe Namibian
Woody Jacobs was appointed co-coach at Tigers Sport Club
“Tigers, who were previously bottom of the log, have seen an upturn in fortunes after the recent appointment of Woody Jacobs as co-coach alongside Brian Isaacs.”
Premier League hotting upThe Namibian
Woody Jacobs serves as technical director of Okahandja United
“At the helm of the technical team is head coach Richard Gariseb, with experienced Woody Jacobs as technical director, and other former footballers tasked with steering the ship away from the relegation cluster.”
Okahandja United urged to avoid relegation slipThe Namibian
Head coach Woody Jacobs expressed delight with the win
“Speaking after the match, head coach Woody Jacobs expressed his delight with the win.”
Brave Gladiators beat Eswatini 3-0Arsenal has been crowned 2025/26 English Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1–1 with Bournemouth, confirming the title with one match remaining. The victory marks the club's first league title since the 2003/04 season and has sparked celebrations among Arsenal supporters in Namibia and worldwide.
21 May 2026 · New Era →
Arsenal has been crowned 2025/26 English Premier League champions after Manchester City drew 1–1 with Bournemouth, confirming the title with one match remaining. The victory marks the club's first league title since the 2003/04 season and has sparked celebrations among Arsenal supporters in Namibia and worldwide.
21 May 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's under-17 women's football team travels to Kenya to play the second leg of a FIFA Under-17 World Cup qualifier, needing to overturn a 2-1 first-leg deficit. Coach Woody Jacobs expressed optimism despite the challenge, noting that Namibia's second-half performance in the first leg showed they can compete with Kenya.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Baby Gladiators will play Kenya's Junior Starlets on 12 April 2026 at Unam Stadium in Windhoek in the first leg of their CAF FIFA U/17 Women's World Cup qualifiers. Head coach Woody Jacobs says the squad is well prepared despite recent rainfall disrupting training, and is confident despite Kenya's World Cup experience.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's U/17 women's football team, led by coach Woody Jacobs, will face Kenya in a FIFA World Cup qualifier on 12 April at Unam Stadium in Windhoek — the nation's first home match in the competition in six years. The squad of 25 players, including experienced youth and senior-level performers, has been selected from an initial pool of 80 girls across Namibia.
25 March 2026 · New Era →
Key matches in Rundu and Walvis Bay this weekend will be decisive for teams fighting relegation, including Rundu Chiefs, Young African, Tigers, and Life Fighters. The title race remains tight at the top, with just four points separating the leading three teams.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Premier Football League's rounds 23 and 24 saw Tigers FC and Young African FC struggle in their battle against relegation, with Tigers drawing 0-0 against Okahandja and losing 0-1 to Buck Buccaneers, while Young African suffered a 5-1 defeat that coach Maleagi Ngarizemo called the worst in the club's 13-year history. Eeshoke Chula Chula moved to the top of the log with 47 points, ahead of African Stars on 46 points, as Tigers remain in the relegation zone with 20 points from six matches remaining in the season.
10 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Premier Football League title race remains wide open with two-thirds of the season complete. Defending champions African Stars moved to the top on goal difference after Chula Chula were deducted three points for fielding an ineligible player, while the relegation battle intensifies with Life Fighters now bottom of the log.
27 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Defending champions African Stars returned to the top of Namibia's Premier Football League after back-to-back wins over Mighty Gunners and Life Fighters, reaching 41 points level with Eeshoke Chula Chula but ahead on goal difference. The title race has tightened, with Stars and Chula Chula opening a seven-point gap on third-place Mighty Gunners.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Football analyst Hector Mawango has urged Okahandja United to strengthen their tactical and technical approach in remaining league matches, citing inconsistent form and particularly poor away performances that threaten their standing in the Namibia Premier Football League.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →