Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies after car hit by train

Ex-keeper Manninger dies after car hit by trainByBobbie JacksonBBC Sport journalistPublished1 minute agoFormer Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger has died at the age of 48 after his car was struck by a train.Manninger made 64 appearances for Arsenal between 1997 and 2002, winning the Premier League and FA Cup.He won 33 caps for Austria and was part of the squad that featured at Euro 2008 in his home country."Alexander Manninger was an outstanding ambassador for Austrian football, both on and off the pitch," said Austrian Football Association sporting director Peter Schottel."His professionalism, composure and reliability made him an integral part of his teams and the national team."His achievements deserve the utmost respect and will be unforgettable."More to follow.Related topicsFootballMore on this storyGet football news sent straight to your phonePublished16 August 2025