Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger, 48, killed in railroad ...
Alex Manninger, former Arsenal goalkeeper, died at 48 after his vehicle was struck by a train at a railroad crossing in Salzburg, Austria, police said.
www.foxnews.comI don’t currently have live access to up-to-the-minute feeds in this moment, but there have been multiple widespread reports in mid-April 2026 about the death of former Austria and Arsenal goalkeeper Alexander Manninger after a car involved in a railway crossing incident was struck by a train in Salzburg. Several outlets cited the accident occurring around 08:20 local time, with Manninger pronounced deceased after emergency responders attempted resuscitation [sources discussed in late-April 2026 coverage]. If you’d like, I can pull together a concise timeline and verify with additional reputable outlets if you want the latest confirmations.
Key points from the reported coverage
- Victim: Alexander Manninger, 48, former Austria international and goalkeeper for Arsenal, among others.
- Location and incident: A level crossing near Nußdorf am Haunsberg, Salzburg, where Manninger’s car was struck by a train and dragged along the tracks.
- Response: Emergency services performed CPR and used a defibrillator; Manninger was declared dead at the scene.
- Aftermath: The train driver was unharmed; investigations ongoing in the initial reports.
Would you like me to compile a short, sourced timeline and help locate the most reputable outlets for confirmation? If you have a preferred language or region for coverage (e.g., English-language outlets, Austrian media, or football-focused sites), tell me and I’ll tailor the results.