Happy birthday, Javier Zanetti! | OneFootball

Javier Zanetti turns 52 today. Arriving in the summer of 1995, he quietly yet resolutely put on the Inter colours for the first time, beginning a legendary journey that would see him become the personification of interismo.

On the pitch, game after game, he became a pillar for the team, an example of strength, humility, and dedication. His 858 appearances in the Nerazzurri jersey, an all-time Club record, were crowned with 16 trophies: one Champions League, one Club World Cup, one UEFA Cup, five Scudetti, four Coppa Italia titles, and four Italian Super Cups. However, his key role in the club didn't come to an end after his retirement from playing; as Vice President, he has helped secure more victories, adding two more Scudetti, two Coppa Italia titles, and three Italian Super Cups.

In 2018, his name was forever written in with the legends as he became the first defender in history to be honoured with a place in the Nerazzurri Hall of Fame. An honour that speaks to what words alone cannot capture: his love for our colours and his extraordinary leadership.

All the very best wishes from the Inter family!