Sebastian Esposito (;https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPj8zmvCdIx/?igsh=MWJzMXdmZWZob2kwbA== born 21 April 2005) is an Australian professional soccer player who plays as a central defender for club Lecce. He is an Australia youth international.
Club career Esposito was born in Melbourne and developed in the academies of Melbourne City before moving to Italy to join Serie A side Lecce in January 2024. He quickly became a starter and captain for Lecce's U20s, regularly included on the bench for the Serie A senior team in matches against top Italian clubs. In August 2025, he returned to Australia, signing on loan with Melbourne Victory FC to gain senior experience in the A-League Men.
International career Esposito captained the Australia U20s to their maiden AFC U20 Asian Cup title, and was later called up to the Australia U23s. In May 2025, he attended the Socceroos’ senior training camp.
Personal life Esposito was born in Australia to a half-Italian father, and half-Greek mother.
Style of play Standing at 1.88 m, Esposito is known as a physically dominant, right-footed centre-back. He is praised for his leadership, aerial ability, and composure on the ball, captaining at both club and international youth levels.
Career statistics
Club As of 5 September 2025 + Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueAppsGoalsOtherAppsGoalsTotalAppsGoalsMelbourne City2022–2023A-League Men60––60Lecce2024–2025Serie A00––00Melbourne Victory (loan)2025–A-League Men10––10Total70––70
Honours Australia U20 AFC U20 Asian Cup: 2025 (captain)
References
External links
Melb Victory official profile