Happy Birthday, Walter! Five curiosities about the former goalkeeper

Happy birthday to Walter Zenga! The former Inter goalkeeper turns 64 today. During his twelve years with Inter, from 1982 to 1994, Walter was an absolute idol for Inter fans thanks to his talent, charisma, and sense of belonging. Let's take a look back at his career in the Nerazzurri jersey through some interesting facts.

WALTER AND INTERISM

In Inter's history, Walter perfectly embodied the prototype of a true Interista. He was undoubtedly one of the players who best represented the Nerazzurri DNA, becoming an idol for Inter fans, not just on the field but also for his quotes.

"In life, everything changes except the love for Inter".

"The match I would like to replay is my debut with Inter, so I would have the chance to play another 472 matches in Nerazzurri".

"Inter is the club of my life because I had the privilege of being born and cheering for Inter. I played in all possible youth teams. I was a ball boy. I was lucky to go to the Curva and to wear this shirt with honour 473 times".

BEST GOALKEEPER IN THE WORLD

Iconic and talented, Walter was one of the best players of his generation. For three consecutive seasons (1989, 1990 and 1991), Zenga was awarded the title of best goalkeeper in the world by the IFFHS (International Federation of Football History & Statistics). An accolade of unparalleled importance. The former Inter goalkeeper was also twelfth in the 1990 Ballon d'Or rankings.

HALL OF FAME

He was the first goalkeeper to enter Inter's Hall of Fame. In 2018, Spider-Man preceded Francesco Toldo and Gianluca Pagliuca in Inter's inaugural Hall of Fame.

473 APPEARANCES

The boy from Viale Ungheria embarked on a long journey, from the youth teams to apprenticeship and then the first team. From 1982 to 1994, he was Inter's number 1 and an incredible leader for 473 matches.

4 TROPHIES IN THE NERAZZURRI

In his Nerazzurri career, he was vital for the team, decisive in winning 4 trophies. The record-breaking Scudetto, the Italian Super Cup, and twice the UEFA Cup.

Best wishes to Walter Zenga from FC Internazionale Milano and all the fans!