95 years since Ricardo Zamora's debut
On 5 October 1930, the legendary goalkeeper made his first official appearance against Racing de Madrid.
On this day 95 years ago, one of the greatest goalkeepers in Real Madrid and world football history made his debut. Ricardo Zamora marked his first official appearance as a madridista on 5 October 1930, in a Regional Championship clash against Racing Madrid, with our team running out 3-2 winners.
Ricardo Zamora was Real Madrid's goalkeeper until 1936, during which time he amassed 2 league titles, 2 Copa de España trophies, 1 Regional Championship and 5 Commonwealth Championships. Nicknamed El Divino, he made 152 official appearances as a madridista. His last game was a memorable one too: the 1936 Copa final against Barcelona at Mestalla. In the Clásico showpiece, his spectacular saves were instrumental in securing the trophy for the last time.