Also known as: head coach Woody Jacobs
Head coach of Namibia's under-17 women's football team competing in FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Kenya.
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New Era
Head coach Woody Jacobs is hoping the experience will lay foundation for future World Cup campaigns
“Namibia's participation in the inaugural Fifa U/15 World Cup and Festival 2026 offers a chance to assess the country's youth football development against international standards, with head coach Woody Jacobs hoping the experience will lay the foundation for future World Cup campaigns.”
Namibia’s U/15 football ready for global testNew Era
Jacobs emphasised the importance of keeping the group together beyond the competition
“Jacobs emphasised the importance of keeping the group together beyond the competition, saying sustained development would be essential if Namibia is to challenge for places at future Fifa U/17 and U/20 World Cups before progressing towards the senior men's World Cup.”
Namibia’s U/15 football ready for global testNew Era
Woody Jacobs praised Leena Alweendo as one of Namibia's brightest football prospects
“Jacobs also singled out Alweendo for special praise, describing the young striker as one of Namibia's brightest football prospects.”
Unam FC, NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies crowned NFA Cup champsThe Namibian
Woody Jacobs said all credit for the win goes to his players
“Gunners' technical advisor Woody Jacobs said all the credit goes to his players.”
Alweendo stars as Gunners win NFA CupNew 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 ClashNamibia will participate in the inaugural Fifa U/15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 22 to 31 October, alongside more than 180 Fifa member associations. Head coach Woody Jacobs says the tournament offers young players valuable exposure and will help guide the country's long-term football development plans.
11 hours ago · New Era →
Namibia will participate in the inaugural Fifa U/15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 22 to 31 October, alongside more than 180 Fifa member associations. Head coach Woody Jacobs says the tournament offers young players valuable exposure and will help guide the country's long-term football development plans.
11 hours ago · New Era →
Unam FC defeated KK Palace 2-1 in the men's final and NDF Mighty Gunners Ladies beat Khomas Nampol 4-0 in the women's final at the Independence Stadium in Windhoek on Saturday, with Unam claiming the N$400,000 winners' prize.
29 June 2026 · New Era →
Mighty Gunners defeated Khomas Nampol 4-0 in the women's NFA Cup final, with national striker Leena Alweendo scoring a hat trick in the first half to secure the title.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →