Alex Manninger dead: Ex-Arsenal and Liverpool keeper dies in horror train crash

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(Image: Getty)Former Arsenal and Liverpool goalkeeper Alex Manninger has tragically died at the age of 48 after his car was struck by a train. Rest in peace, Gigi.”Alex Manninger played with Gigi Buffon at Juventus (Image: Getty) 2 hours ago16:55 Amos MurphyAlex Manninger helped Arsenal to Premier League titleDuring his five years at Arsenal, one of Alex Manninger's standout moments came when deputising for the injured David Seaman.Manninger stepped in after Seaman picked up a knock, making seven Premier League appearances.Arsenal went on to win the Premier League title that season, as well as the 1998 FA Cup final.He saved a penalty in the quarter-final shootout win over West Ham.It was the club's second league and cup double.Alex Manninger spent five years at Arsenal (Image: Getty) 3 hours ago15:58 Amos MurphyDISTRESSING CONTENT: First images of Alex Manninger's accidentThe aftermath of the Alex Manninger accident has been revealed.The former footballer was killed when a train hit his car in Austria.Alex Manninger died in an accident (Image: Unspecified) 4 hours ago15:27 Amos MurphyAlex Manninger career statsAlex Manninger played for several top clubs across Europe during his playing career.Here are some of his appearance numbers:Siena - 87 appsArsenal - 64 appsJuventus - 42 appsAugsburg - 38 appsFiorentina - 30 appsGrazer - 27 appsRed Bull Salzburg - 17 appsAlex Manninger played 42 times for Juventus (Image: Getty) 4 hours ago15:17 Amos MurphyMan Utd join tributes for Alex ManningerThe Red Devils have posted a heartfelt tribute to the former Arsenal goalkeeper.Sending heartfelt condolences to Alex's family and everyone affected by this tragic news \u2014 our thoughts are with you \ud83d\ude4f\u2014 Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 16, 2026 4 hours ago15:07 Jack McEachenAlex Manninger regretted leaving Arsenal so soonEarlier this month, Alex Manninger opened up on his time at Arsenal and how he regrets leaving when he did.Manninger, at the time a backup to David Seaman, joined Fiorentina on loan and then Espanyol permanently, in search of more regular football.He told Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport: "It makes me emotional just thinking about it."I was 20, a kid. [Arsene] Wenger wanted to bring an international dimension to the club and focus on young players.

But you know, I wanted to play."Alex Manninger kicking a ball for Arsenal. The entire club joins his family in this moment of profound grief."Napoli added: "President Aurelio De Laurentiis and all of SSC Napoli join in the mourning for the passing of Alexander Manninger, the goalkeeper who starred in a prestigious career in Italian and European football." 4 hours ago15:02 Jack McEachenArsenal release statementArsenal have joined Liverpool in paying tribute to the late Alex Manninger.On social media, the Gunners posted: "Everyone at Arsenal is shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic passing of former goalkeeper, Alex Manninger."All our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this incredibly sad time."May he rest in peace" 4 hours ago14:58 Jack McEachenLiverpool pay tributeLiverpool have released a statement following the passing of their former goalkeeper.They wrote: "Liverpool FC is deeply saddened by the passing of former goalkeeper Alex Manninger at the age of 48."The Austrian arrived at Anfield in July 2016 to spend the final season of his lengthy playing career as a Red."Brought in as an experienced back-up goalkeeper, he featured in two friendly fixtures and was named in the matchday squad on four occasions during that campaign."Manninger represented a host of clubs in Europe across two decades – including hometown side Red Bull Salzburg, Arsenal, Fiorentina, Juventus and FC Augsburg."He earned 33 senior caps for Austria, the first of which came in August 1999."The thoughts of everyone at LFC are with Alex's family and friends at this difficult time."RIP Alex Manninger, 1977-2026" 4 hours ago14:53 Jack McEachenAlex Manninger was alone in his carGerhard Kronreif, an expert commissioned by the public prosecutor's office, went to the site of the collision and confirmed that Alex Manninger was the only person in the car at the time of the crash.Kronreif said: "Due to the type of vehicle, it's possible to precisely analyse the electronic data – and thus the driver's behaviour."He added that the train's data will provide further information on whether the red signal at the crossing was triggered in time, but Manninger was alone in his car for the crash.Alex Manninger during his Arsenal days.

Read our Privacy Policy 4 hours ago14:42 Jack McEachenFormer club confirms deathOne of Alex Manninger's former clubs, Red Bull Salzburg, confirmed that the ex-goalkeeper died on their social media page.They wrote: "We mourn our former goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who tragically lost his life in a traffic accident. Rest in peace, Alexander." 4 hours ago14:38 Jack McEachenAlex Manninger dead at 48We are bringing you the tragic news today that former Arsenal and Liverpool goalkeeper Alex Manninger has died at the age of 48.His death was confirmed by one of his former clubs, Red Bull Leipzig, with reports from Austria claiming that a train crashed into his car.Alex Manninger while playing for Augsburg.