Former Arsenal Goalkeeper Alex Manninger Tragically Killed in Train Accident

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger has died at the age of 48 after his car was struck by a train. The Austrian international, who played for the Gunners from 1997 to 2002, was killed in the accident that occurred on a railway crossing near his hometown of Kalsdorf, Austria.

According to local authorities, the incident took place around 8:30 am on Thursday morning when Manninger's car was hit by a passenger train. Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the scene, but the former goalkeeper was pronounced dead at the site.

Manninger spent five years with Arsenal, serving as a backup to legendary goalkeeper David Seaman. He made a total of 18 appearances for the Gunners across all competitions, helping the club win the 1997-98 Premier League title and the 1998 FA Cup.

Following his time in North London, Manninger went on to play for a number of clubs in Germany, Italy, and Austria, including Juventus, Augsburg, and Rapid Vienna. He retired from professional football in 2016 at the age of 39.

The news of Manninger's tragic passing has sent shockwaves throughout the football community, with his former clubs and teammates expressing their condolences. Arsenal released a statement saying they were