- First responders attempted to revive him using a defibrillator, but he could not be saved
- Manninger is best remembered for his time at Arsenal, where he made 64 appearances between 1997 and 2002
- Juventus also paid tribute, highlighting not only his abilities as a goalkeeper but also his humility and dedication as a person
Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger has died at the age of 48 following a tragic accident in which his car was hit by a train at a level crossing near Salzburg, Austria.
According to police, the collision occurred at about 08:20 local time (07:20 BST). Emergency services responded quickly, and Manninger, who had been alone in the vehicle, was pulled from the wreckage, Eko Hot Blog gathered.
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First responders attempted to revive him using a defibrillator, but he could not be saved. Authorities confirmed the train driver was not injured.
Manninger is best remembered for his time at Arsenal, where he made 64 appearances between 1997 and 2002. During his spell in North London, he won both the Premier League and the FA Cup, often serving as backup to David Seaman but stepping into key matches when needed.
One of his standout periods came in the 1997–98 season, when he filled in during Seaman’s injury absence.
He played a crucial role in Arsenal’s penalty shootout victory over West Ham in the FA Cup and impressed in a notable win against Manchester United at Old Trafford.
His performances that month earned him the Premier League Player of the Month award in March 1998.
Despite not meeting the usual appearance threshold, he still received a league winners’ medal that season.
On the international stage, he earned 33 caps for Austria and was part of the squad for Euro 2008, held in his home country.
At club level, Manninger began his career with Red Bull Salzburg and went on to represent several sides across Europe, including clubs in Italy, Germany, Spain, and England such as Juventus, Udinese, and Augsburg.
He later had a short-term stint with Liverpool in 2016, although he did not make a competitive appearance.
Tributes poured in following the news. The Austrian Football Association described him as a respected figure in the national game, praising his professionalism, calmness, and consistency throughout his career.
Arsenal said everyone at the club was deeply shocked and saddened, sending condolences to his family.
Juventus also paid tribute, highlighting not only his abilities as a goalkeeper but also his humility and dedication as a person, while Liverpool expressed their sadness at his passing.
Manninger leaves behind a career that spanned top leagues across Europe and a reputation as a reliable and respected goalkeeper both on and off the pitch.
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