Christian Moraes

Christian Moraes is a professional Australian rules footballer who plays for the Port Adelaide Football Club in the Australian Football League. He has been described as a versatile, hard-working midfielder with clean hands and the ability to score.

Early life

Moraes attended Salesian College Chadstone. He played for Eastern Ranges in the Talent League and competed in the AFL National Championships for Vic Metro. He also made his VFL debut for Box Hill in round 21 against Werribee. He supported the Sydney Swans in the AFL.

AFL career

After being picked as a potential top 10 draft selection at the beginning of the year, Moraes was drafted by Port Adelaide with pick 38 in the 2024 national draft. He made his debut for Port in round 2 against Richmond, and kicked his first career goal in round 13 against the GWS Giants. He has also played six games for Port's SANFL side, kicking two goals. Moraes signed a contract extension with Port Adelaide at the end of the 2025 season, keeping him at the club until 2027.