Italian football icon Sandro Mazzola (83) dies
Former Italian international Sandro Mazzola has died at the age of 83, as Inter Milan announced on Saturday. The 83‑year‑old forward, who spent 17 years playing exclusively for the club, is regarded as one of the defining figures in the club’s history. His death has caused deep sorrow in the football world.
Career at Inter
Mazzola spent his entire 17‑year professional career at Inter Milan. In 565 competitive matches he scored 158 goals and established himself as an attacking whirlwind.
With the club he won the Italian championship four times and the European Cup for champions of Europe twice. The titles underline his central role in one of the club’s most successful eras.
In 1964 Mazzola faced Real Madrid in the European Cup final and scored two goals that helped Inter secure its first triumph. The following year the club successfully defended the title.
Inter honoured him as one of the greatest personalities in the club’s history. They wrote: “Adieu Mazzola, icon of Inter and one of the greatest Azzurri ever.”
Corriere dello Sport added: “Mazzola was one of the greatest Italian footballers in history.” His playing elegance and eye for goal remain unforgettable.
A summary of his life’s work is available through the official Inter app. Fans can share memories there and read about the forward’s history.