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Former Austria Goalkeeper Alexander Manninger Dies at 48 in Salzburg Train Collision

Tributes from Austria's FA, Arsenal, Juventus, among others, underscore his standing in European football.

Overview

  • Alexander Manninger died in Salzburg in a traffic incident involving a regional train, according to Sky Sport Austria.
  • The Austrian Football Association confirmed his death and noted he played 33 times for the national team.
  • RB Salzburg and Juventus issued condolences that praised his humility, dedication and professionalism.
  • He enjoyed a long club career across Europe, including 64 appearances for Arsenal and 42 for Juventus, and he won league titles with both.
  • Local outlet ORF Salzburg, cited by La Dépêche, reported his vehicle was hit at an unsecured level crossing, with no official investigation details made public yet.