Duarte brothers reunite for Wolves championship opener
Sebastian Duarte, fresh from Olyroos selection, reunites with brother Nicholas as Wollongong begins Australian Championship.
Sebastian Duarte is a 20-year-old left-back who won Wolves player of the year and players' player of the year after a strong NSW NPL season. The Olyroos recently picked him for their squad.
They are getting ready for LA 2028 Olympics friendlies against the Republic of Korea. Nicholas Duarte is his brother.
He is 22 and a striker. He just joined Wollongong after a season on loan at Heidelberg United.
Nicholas won the 2024-25 treble with Central Coast Mariners. He scored the winner in an F3 Derby.
The brothers are excited to finally play together. Wollongong faces Preston Lions on Thursday, October 15, at 7:30pm.
The game is at BT Connor Reserve in Victoria. The match airs live and free on SBS 2 and SBS On Demand.
- 20 years old
- Sebastian age
- 22 years old
- Nicholas age
- October 15 at 7:30pm
- Match date and time
- BT Connor Reserve, Victoria
- Venue
Why it mattersIt is special to watch a family reunite in professional sport. One player is already at Olympic level. This gives fans an unusual human story alongside competitive football.
AustraliaThe Duarte brothers showcase Australian youth football development, with Sebastian's Olyroos selection highlighting homegrown talent heading toward the 2028 Olympics.
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