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Born in Austria, Sarkaria is a Sikh[2] of Punjabi descent.[3] His family are from Amritsar in Punjab, India. Sarkaria has stated his free kick technique is inspired by former Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho.[4]
Club career
On 14 April 2021, Sturm Graz announced that Sarkaria would be joining the club in the summer when his contract with Austria Wien expired.[5]
On 20 May 2022, Sarkaria extended his contract with Sturm Graz until June 2025.[6]
In May 2023, Sarkaria scored two crucial goals for Sturm Graz to win the Austrian Cup against Rapid Wien.[7] He also became the top scorer during the 2022–23 Austrian Cup campaign. Sturm Graz Manager Christian Ilzer, stated "Because he managed to get out of this difficult situation solely through his own work, through his professional behavior. He was massively rewarded for that with the cup victory."[8]
Career statistics
Club
As of match played 19 May 2024
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
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