Markus Rusek is an Austrian central midfielder currently orchestrating play for First Vienna FC 1894. Born in December 1993, the 32-year-old is a technically gifted player known for his passing accuracy, vision, and ability to control the tempo from the centre of the park. Rusek has plied his trade with several Austrian clubs, including Admira Wacker and Blau-Weiß Linz, before finding a key role with the historic First Vienna side. His intelligent movement and composure on the ball make him the link between defense and attack. While team honors have eluded him so far, Rusek's individual quality is evident in his capacity to dictate matches in the Austrian lower leagues. He is the archetypal playmaker whose influence grows with every touch of the ball.