Former goalkeeper Alexander Manninger dies in traffic accident in Austria

Alexander Manninger, the 48-year-old former professional footballer, died following a collision between his car and a train in Austria. The incident occurred early Thursday morning at a railway crossing in Nussdorf near Salzburg. Reports indicate that Manninger's vehicle was struck by a local Salzburg railway train and dragged for several meters. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and attempted resuscitation, but the former goalkeeper could not be saved. SV Austria Salzburg confirmed the death on April 16, 2026, expressing deep sorrow over the tragedy. While the exact circumstances surrounding the collision are currently under investigation, authorities have begun reviewing how the accident took place. Manninger, a former Austrian international, is remembered for his professional career including time at clubs such as Arsenal and Juventus.