Lukas Graf: From the stands to the captain - a dream becomes true!

Lukas Graf: From the stands to the captain - a dream becomes true!

An exciting weekend is facing the GAK: On Sunday, the team meets Rapid Vienna, who fights for a place in the master group. For Lukas Graf, the GAK playing player, this duel is a dream. "It's great to play in front of the wall of the Rapid fans," recalls the 30-year-old of his childhood as a ball boy against Rapid. But the season was just as turbulent for him as for his team, which is currently in the relegation battle. After a phase of uncertainty in which he could only watch from the stands, Graf will now be on the pitch for the entire season. His return to full Fitness after a cruciate ligament tear could not be more important.

contract extensions for GAK stars

On Friday, the GAK announced the contract extension of Lukas Graf and Marco Gantschnig. Graf, who has been playing at the GAK since 2016, has extended his contract for another year and will continue to bear the red and white colors. Sports director Dieter Elsneg praised Graf as a reliable support on the defensive. "Lukas has taken another development step in the current season," emphasizes Elsneg. In addition, Gantschnig also signed a new contract that ensures an option for an additional season. Both players have established themselves as central figures in defense and contribute significantly to the stability of the team, which led to the GAK's previous successes, which has already witnessed three ascents in higher leagues, according to the reporting by Grazerak.at.

The pressure on Graf and his teammates will be high if they meet Rapid at the Alliance Stadium at the weekend. The association faces the challenge of asserting itself in the relegation battle, while the Hütteldorfer strive for a place in the master group. Graf is aware of this: "We have to keep rapid in her zone and prevent her dangerous attacks." While Graf hopes for a win, the game will also become an unforgettable experience for the GAK fans, and you can be sure that the defender will give everything to lead the team to success, also reported Krone.at.