Walter Fernandez (born 20 August 1965) is a retired Swiss football defender.
Career He was born in Lausanne, and made his debut in the Swiss first tier for FC Lausanne-Sport. Originally a left winger, he was repurposed as a left back by manager Umberto Barberis in Servette FC. Fernandez was also given the chance in the Swiss national team. He played when Lugano eliminated Inter Milan from the 1995–96 UEFA Cup.
Joining Lugano for the second time, the team found themselves in the 1997–98 Nationalliga A, but won promotion. He lost his place in the team after the arrival of Roberto Morinini. Fernandez retired and became a player agent.
Personal life His father was Spanish, while his mother was Italian.
Career statistics International + Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsSwitzerland199531Total31
Scores and results list Switzerland's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Fernandez goal.
+ List of international goals scored by Walter FernandezNo.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition1Olympic Stadium, Athens, Greece1–01–1Friendly
Honours Neuchâtel Xamax Swiss Super Cup: 1990
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