“Alexander Manninger was an impressive ambassador for Austrian soccer, each on and off the pitch,” stated Austrian Soccer Affiliation sporting director Peter Schottel.
“His professionalism, composure and reliability made him an integral a part of his groups and the nationwide staff.
“His achievements deserve the utmost respect and will probably be unforgettable.”
Salzburg police stated first responders used a defibrillator on Manninger, who was alone within the automobile, after he was free of the automobile, which was dragged alongside by the prepare, however couldn’t resuscitate him.
Police additionally stated that the prepare driver was unhurt.
Manninger started his profession with hometown membership Crimson Bull Salzburg and hung out with 14 groups throughout Europe, together with Sienna, Juventus, Udinese and Augsburg.
He signed a short-term cope with Liverpool as a 39-year-old in 2016 however didn’t play.
Throughout his time at Arsenal, Manninger largely performed second fiddle to David Seaman, however deputised for the injured England keeper late within the 1997-98 season.
That season, Manninger helped Arsenal beat West Ham on penalties within the FA Cup sixth spherical and impressed in a memorable win towards Manchester United at Outdated Trafford.
Manninger was named Premier League participant of the month for March 1998.