Tragic Passing of Alex Manninger
Alex Manninger, the former goalkeeper for Arsenal and Liverpool, has sadly passed away in a car accident at the age of 48.
The news of the Austrian’s death was shared by Red Bull Salzburg, one of his former clubs, through a post on social media platform X, previously known as Twitter.
The announcement stated: “We mourn our former goalkeeper Alexander Manninger, who tragically lost his life in a traffic accident. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Rest in peace, Alexander.”
Attached to the post was a photo of Manninger taken during one of his two tenures with Salzburg, marking a career that lasted over 20 years.
Career Overview of Alex Manninger
Manninger is particularly remembered in England for his time at Arsenal, notably contributing to their double-winning season in 1997/98.
Although he arrived at the club without much fanfare, Manninger delivered a series of impressive performances when he stepped in for the injured David Seaman toward the end of that campaign.
Fans of the Gunners hold him in high regard for his contributions to their success that season, and they will undoubtedly be heartbroken by the news of his untimely passing.
The former Austrian international also had a brief stint as a backup goalkeeper at Liverpool during the 2016/17 season and made his mark with various Serie A clubs, including Juventus.
Following the announcement of his death, social media has been filled with tributes. One tribute noted, “Awful news that Alex Manninger has passed away after a car accident. Played such a key role in the 1998 double, stepping up when the team needed him.”
A statement from the Austrian Football Association expressed, “The news of Alex Manninger’s death is deeply shocking. With him, football loses a special person. In this difficult time, our sincere condolences go to his family, friends, and all those who were close to him. Much strength for the time ahead.”
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