Blue Waters Football Club have appointed Spanish national Ruben Pinto Jimeno as their new head coach, replacing club legend Armando Pedro, who guided the coastal side to a sixth-place finish in the 2025/26 Namibia Premier Football League season.

The appointment, announced on 5 November, comes as Blue Waters look to build on their previous campaign and strengthen their ambitions in the new season.

Jimeno made an immediate winning start, guiding Blue Waters to a 2-1 victory over Eleven Arrows in their opening match of the Namport Namibia Football Premier League on Saturday.

The Spanish coach brings experience in youth development, senior team management, tactical analysis, scouting and sports administration. His coaching qualifications include a Pro Coaching Licence from the Association of Argentine Football Technicians (AFTA), as well as diplomas in Sport Psychology and Sport Medicine. He is also a certified FIFA sports administrator.

Jimeno previously coached in Cameroon and Spain and is expected to bring his experience in player development, modern football methods and performance planning to the Walvis Bay outfit.

Blue Waters hopes that the new coach can build on their sixth-place finish and guide the club towards a stronger challenge for honours in the 2026/27 campaign.

The club also thanked Pedro for his years of service and contribution to the team. [email protected]