Jacob Young (soccer)

Jacob Young (born 6 March 2000), is an Australian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Perth Glory.

Perth Glory
On 2 February 2022, following a shortage of players due to COVID-19, Young was signed by Perth Glory on a short-term contract until the end of the 2021–22 A-League Men season and made his debut on the same day in a 1–0 loss to Western Sydney Wanderers. After making two A-League Men appearances and impressing in 11 appearances for the academy side in the NPL WA, Young signed a one year scholarship with the club for the 2022–23 A-League Men season.

Personal life
Jacob is the son of former professional footballer Stuart Young.