"Alexander Manninger was an outstanding ambassador of Austrian football on and off the pitch, OEFB Sporting Director Peter Schoettel said in a statement. With his international career, he has set standards and inspired and shaped many young goalkeepers."
"Today is a very sad day. We have lost not only a great athlete, but a man of rare values: humility, dedication, and an exceptional sense of professionalism."
Alex Manninger, a former goalkeeper for Austria, Arsenal, and several Italian clubs, has died at the age of 48 in a train accident near Salzburg. He earned 33 caps for Austria and played for Arsenal from 1997 to 2001, winning the league title and FA Cup in the 1997-1998 season. Manninger also had a successful career in Italy, playing for clubs like Juventus and Fiorentina. His passing has prompted mourning from the Austrian Football Association and various clubs, highlighting his professionalism and impact on young goalkeepers.
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