Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies at 48

The football community is in mourning following the tragic death of former Austrian international goalkeeper Alex Manninger.

Manninger, 48, passed away on April 16, 2026, after a collision between his vehicle and a passenger train at a railway crossing in Austria.

Known for his professionalism and composure, Manninger enjoyed a distinguished two-decade career across Europe.

He is most fondly remembered in England for his instrumental role at Arsenal during the 1997-98 'Double' season, where he stepped in for the injured David Seaman to help secure both the Premier League title and the FA Cup.

Throughout his career, he played for several prestigious clubs, including Juventus and Red Bull Salzburg, and earned 33 international caps for Austria.

Beyond his athletic achievements, his life was marked by a diverse journey that began with training as a carpenter before his rise to professional football stardom.