In an interview with Inter’s in-house channel Inter TV, Inter vice-president and club legend Javier Zanetti spoke on a range of topics, firstly discussing his time at the club as a player.
“I had many unforgettable moments. Inter is my family, I had those feelings right away. I also had many difficult moments, then the moment we all awaited for came [when we won the Champions League]. I was happy to raise every trophy and share it with the fans. Many fans have tattoos of me and even asked me to sign it,” he said.
He was then asked how he remains in such good shape despite having stopped playing for a few years now.
“My secret? I never stop, just like when I was on the pitch.I keep training, it’s a passion that is part of me. I train, I feel good and I enjoy myself.”
He then spoke on his relationship with his wife Paula and the one request he asks when she books their holidays together.
“Only once have I ever got angry at my wife. She chooses places to go on vacation and I only ask her for a gym. We arrived in Egypt and there was no gym. So I invented exercises using her. She accompanies me in everything I do, we’ve been together for 25 years.”
Next he was asked on the increased usage of technology in football: “It is increasingly important. If it is a tool that helps, so be it.”
Next he was asked to choose between some of his former teammates, firstly Alvaro Recoba and Adriano.
“I would pick Recoba, He had incredible quality. Seeing him in training as he played in matches was really nice to see.
“Ronaldo or Diego Milito? Ronaldo’s right foot. He was the best player I played with. What he did in those two years was very important for us, he raised the level in Italy.
In conclusion he discussed Inter’s match with Borussia Dortmund tonight.
“It will be an important but difficult match as Borussia have great experience. I am confident though as I see the team working well with the coach in an important way. Conte has helped the team grow, he has made an important mark on Inter.
“The guys know what they are doing, they know they are doing great things and these kind of matches increase character. They are ready to play a great game.”
