Former international goalkeeper Alex Manninger died on Thursday at the age of 48 following a traffic accident in Austria. According to initial reports, the vehicle he was traveling in was struck by a train at a level crossing without barriers near Salzburg, his hometown. Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene; however, the former footballer did not survive the injuries caused by the severe impact. Liverpool mourns his death. After confirmation of his death, various institutions and figures in football expressed their condolences. Additionally, he was part of the squad that participated in Euro 2008, a tournament organized by Austria and Switzerland. His performance between the posts made him a reference in Austrian football, standing out for his professionalism, consistency, and leadership on and off the field. The Austrian Football Federation described him as an 'exceptional ambassador,' highlighting his impact on the sport and his human qualities. Furthermore, Liverpool FC expressed deep sorrow over the death of its former goalkeeper, sending a message of condolences stating that the entire club is devastated by the news and that its thoughts are with the former footballer's family and friends at this difficult time. A career marked by European football. Manninger had a distinguished career in international football, defending the goal for important clubs in various European leagues. Among the most relevant teams he played for are Arsenal, where he was part of the historic squad that won the Premier League and the FA Cup in the 1997-98 season. He also played for Juventus, with which he conquered Serie A, as well as stints at other clubs such as Fiorentina, Torino, Bologna, Udinese, and RCD Espanyol, although he did not play official matches for the latter. His career concluded in 2017 after a brief spell at Liverpool, where he had no activity in official matches. A reference for the Austria national team. At the international level, Manninger was part of the Austria national team, with whom he played 33 matches over a decade.
