David Seaman remembers ‘great friend' Alex Manninger following his death aged 48
Tributes have been paid to the former goalkeeper, who helped Arsenal win the double in 1998.
www.independent.co.ukDirect answer: Alex Manninger, the former Austria and Arsenal/Liverpool goalkeeper, has been reported dead in mid-April 2026 after a car accident near Salzburg. This is the latest high-profile update about him.
What’s known from recent reports:
- Cause and date: Multiple outlets say Manninger died in a traffic accident when his car was struck at a railway crossing in the Salzburg area on April 8, 2026. Authorities and clubs have issued tributes. [citation: ITV, The Independent, STV, The Sun, The News/PK, 2026]
- Career highlights: Manninger played for Arsenal (1997–2002), winning the Premier League and FA Cup double in 1998, and later had spells with Augsburg, Juventus, Udinese, and others; he also spent a year with Liverpool as a non-playing squad member. [citation: Independent, Liverpool FC, FourFourTwo, STV, other outlets, 2026]
- Reactions: Arsenal and Liverpool issued condolences; Austrian football figures and the Austrian FA paid tribute to him. [citation: Independent, FourFourTwo, STV, The Independent, 2026]
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