Sébastien Dewaest
A dependable Belgian centre-back who carved out a solid professional career as a leader and defensive mainstay in his homeland's leagues.
Born 1991 (age 35)·Belgian footballer·Birthday: May 27·Millennials
Biography
Sébastien Dewaest's football story is one of steady reliability. The Liège-born defender developed through the youth ranks of Standard Liège, though his professional breakthrough came elsewhere. He found his footing at Kortrijk, where his aerial prowess and organizational skills made him a fan favorite and captain. A move to Genk in 2017 marked his peak, as he became a defensive pillar for a club consistently challenging for European spots and domestic cups. While not a flashy name on the international stage, Dewaest embodied the virtues of a classic Belgian defender: strong, committed, and tactically astute. His later career saw him return to his roots, providing experience and stability for clubs in Belgium's top two tiers, respected for his professionalism and consistency over hundreds of appearances.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Sébastien was born in 1991, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Sébastien Was Born
The biggest hits of 1991
#1 Movie
Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Best Picture
The Silence of the Lambs
#1 TV Show
Cheers
Sébastien's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1991Born
Soviet Union dissolves; World Wide Web goes public
Gas: $1.14/galHome: $82,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" — Bryan AdamsBest Picture: The Silence of the Lambs
1996Started school
Dolly the sheep cloned
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $99,700Min wage: $4.75/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Macarena" — Los del RioBest Picture: The English Patient
2004Became a teenager
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2007Could drive
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2009Could vote
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2012Turned 21
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2021Turned 30
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 35 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Captained K.V. Kortrijk and made over 150 appearances for the club across all competitions.
- Won the Belgian Cup with K.R.C. Genk in 2021, playing the full 90 minutes in the final.
- Qualified for the UEFA Europa League group stages with Genk during the 2019-20 season.
- Made over 250 combined appearances in the Belgian First Division A throughout his career.
Did You Know?
He stands at 190 cm (6 ft 3 in), making him a significant physical presence in defense.
He began his senior career with a loan spell at Dutch club FC Den Bosch in the Eerste Divisie.
His younger brother, Jonathan Dewaest, is also a professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper.
He is an avid fan of the NBA and particularly follows the Boston Celtics.
“My job is simple: win the duel and organize the line.”
