Marko Stanković
Marko Stanković is an Austrian former professional footballer who played as a central midfielder. He also represented the Austria national team on one occasion in 2008.
Club career
Born in Krems, Austria, Marko Stankovic started his career at DSV Leoben before moving to the Austrian top division side, Sturm Graz.He played in the UEFA Champions League for Austria Wien in the 2013–14 season and also recorded an assist against Zenit Saint Petersburg.
Indian Super League
Stankovic signed for Indian [Super League] side FC [Pune City] in January 2018 as a mid-season replacement for Robertino Pugliara and played 10 matches in the 2017-18 campaign. The Austrian notched up two goals and three assists for the Stallions in 13 outings last term.Later he moved to another Indian side Hyderabad FC.
Later career
In 2020, Stanković has announced his retirement at the age of 33. but later he came back in action with Landesliga Steiermark outfit SV Lebring in the same year.International career
Stanković appeared for the Austria U21 national team in 20 times between 2004 and 2008 and notched up 6 goals.He made his international debut for the Austria senior national team on 20 November 2008 against Turkey.
Personal life
Stanković is the son of the former football professional and current coach Dejan Stanković.Honours
Austria Wien- Austrian Football Bundesliga: 2012–13 [Austrian Football Bundesliga|2012–13]
- Austrian Cup runner-up: 2012–13
- U17 European Championship third place: 2003
- 2007: Player of the Year in the Red Zac Erste Liga: 2006–07