Sebastián Coates is a Uruguayan professional footballer known for his role as a centre-back. Born on October 7, 1990 in Montevideo, he started his career at Club Nacional and has since played for several famous clubs, including Liverpool and Sporting CP.
Coates was recognized for his defensive skills, height and leadership qualities on the field. He has also represented Uruguay in many international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup.
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- Full name: Sebastián Coates Nión
- Date of birth: October 7, 1990
- Age: 34 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Montevideo, Uruguay
- Nationality: Uruguay
- Occupation: Professional soccer player
- Height: 1.96 m (6 ft 5 in)
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: María José
- Children: Santiago Coates and Felipe Coates
- Relationship status: Married
- Net worth: 5 million USD
Early life and education
Sebastián Coates is currently 33 years old and was born on October 7, 1990 in Montevideo, Uruguay. He grew up in a football-oriented family and started playing football at an early age.
Coates joined Club Nacional’s youth academy at the age of 11 and worked his way up the ranks, eventually making his first-team debut in 2009. His early performances showed his potential as a defender strong, earning him recognition within the club.
Personal life
Sebastián Coates is married to María José and they have two children, Santiago, born in 2014, and Felipe, born in 2017. Although details of their relationship are kept relatively private, they have been together for several years.
Career
Coates began his professional career with Club Nacional, where he quickly established himself as a key player. His impressive performances attracted the attention of international scouts, leading to his move to Liverpool in 2011.
During his time at Liverpool, he faced stiff competition for a starting place and spent time on loan at Sunderland before making a permanent move to the English club.
In 2016, Coates signed for Sporting CP on loan from Sunderland, where he became an integral part of the team’s defence. His performances helped Sporting win multiple titles, including the Primeira Liga in the 2020-21 season. Coates’ leadership qualities were recognized when he was appointed captain of Sporting CP.
Internationally, Coates made his debut for the Uruguay national team in 2011 at the Copa América, where he was named Young Player of the Tournament after helping Uruguay win the title. Since then, he has represented Uruguay in several major tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup in 2014, 2018 and 2022.
Prize
- Copa América Best Young Player (2011)
- Primeira Liga Champion with Sports CP (2020-21)
Net worth
Sebastián Coates’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. His wealth was accumulated through contracts with various clubs, endorsements, and participation in international tournaments.
Social Media
- Instagram: @sebastiancoates16
- Twitter: @sebastiancoates
