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Thibaut Courtois

Thibaut Courtois — Belgium goalkeeper, drawn in 2026 World Cup Group G alongside Egypt, Kevin De Bruyne, and Romelu Lukaku.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Lammens was only on the pitch because first-choice 'keeper Thibaut Courtois injured himself in the second half.

    Spain set up World Cup semi-final with France after late win against Belgium
  3. Citizen Digital

    The World Cup is likely the last hurrah for the remainder of Belgium's so-called Golden Generation, including Lukaku, former Premier League player of the year Kevin De Bruyne and towering 'keeper Thibaut Courtois of Real Madrid.

    Spain aim for World Cup date with France by beating Belgium
  4. The Standard

    Subscribe to our newsletterThe World Cup is likely the last hurrah for the remainder of Belgium's so-called Golden Generation, including Lukaku, former Premier League player of the year Kevin De Bruyne and towering goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois of Real Madrid.Belgium are comfortabl

    Spain aim for World Cup date with France by beating Belgium
  5. Citizen Digital

    Neither player started the 4-1 win against the United States, though Lukaku came on and scored, but they remain potent threats and Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois is one of the finest goalkeepers of his generation.

    Belgium bid to crack Spain's ironclad defence in World Cup quarter-final
  6. Citizen Digital

    It was being said that they could beat us ​easily, but I think today we showed that we are a good team,” goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois said.

    When the hype met reality: Why the U.S. World Cup run ended against Belgium
  7. Citizen Digital

    For much of the afternoon, it seemed the curtain was about to fall on the last remnants of Belgium's golden generation - Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne and perhaps goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois - who helped lead the country to a third-place finish at the 2018 World Cup.

    Belgium coach salutes Tielemans after World Cup rescue act
  8. June 2026
  9. The Standard

    Veterans Kevin De Bruyne, Thibaut Courtois and Lukaku are the main protagonists of that group still involved in Rudi Garcia's squad.

    Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game
  10. May 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

    (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Egypt's Mohamed Salah and Belgium stalwarts Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois head into Group G at the 2026 World Cup knowing this summer's tournament will likely be their last chance for glory on football's biggest

    Salah, Belgian golden generation eye last shot at World Cup glory
  12. The Standard

    England international Jude Bellingham scored a superb second, before Gorka Guruzeta slammed past Thibaut Courtois for Ernesto Valverde's visitors just before the break in the coach's last game at the helm.

    Real Madrid end troubled Liga season with win over Athletic Club
  13. Citizen Digital

    For many Madrid fans, the striker's Italian getaway - during rest days granted by Real Madrid to injured players, including Mbappe, Thibaut Courtois and Arda Guler - was the final straw.

    Injured Mbappe faces backlash over Sardinia trip before Clasico

Today

  1. Spain beats Belgium 2-1, advances to World Cup semi-final versus France

    Spain defeated Belgium 2-1 in a World Cup quarter-final on Friday to set up a semi-final against France. Mikel Merino scored the winning goal in the 88th minute after a goalkeeping error from Belgium's Senne Lammens.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Spain seek France semi-final matchup by defeating Belgium

    Spain face Belgium in a 2026 World Cup quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday. A win would set up a semi-final against France in Texas next Tuesday.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Spain face Belgium in World Cup quarter-final Friday

    European champions Spain play Belgium in a quarter-final at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Friday, with a potential semi-final against France awaiting the winner. Spain have yet to concede a goal in the tournament, while Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 in their last round.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 9 July

  1. Belgium faces Spain's unbeaten defence in World Cup quarter-final

    Belgium meet Spain in the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals on Friday at Los Angeles Stadium, with Spain having recorded six consecutive World Cup clean sheets, including a 1-0 win over Portugal. Spain are playing possession-based football similar to their 2010 World Cup winning side, while Belgium must breach their watertight defence.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. U.S. loses to Belgium 4-1, exits 2026 World Cup

    The United States, co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, were eliminated in the Round of 16 after a 4-1 defeat to Belgium. Despite widespread marketing hype and optimism, the analysis suggests the higher-ranked Belgian team was simply the better side on the day.

    9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 2 July

  1. Belgium coach praises Tielemans penalty in World Cup comeback

    Belgium coach Rudi Garcia hailed captain Youri Tielemans after the midfielder's penalty in the 125th minute completed a 3-2 comeback victory over Senegal in the World Cup last 32 on Wednesday. Senegal led by two goals with five minutes remaining before Belgium staged a dramatic fightback through strikes from Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans to force extra time in Seattle.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Belgium draws with Egypt in World Cup group opener

    Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup group match, with Emam Ashour opening the scoring for Egypt before Romelu Lukaku forced an own goal to equalize. Egypt remains without a World Cup victory across four tournaments.

    16 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 28 May

  1. Salah, De Bruyne, Lukaku face World Cup groups

    Egypt's Mohamed Salah and Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois have been drawn in Group G of the 2026 World Cup alongside New Zealand and Iran, with the tournament likely being their last chance for glory on football's biggest stage.

    28 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 24 May

  1. Real Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao to end La Liga season

    Real Madrid defeated Athletic Bilbao 4-2 in Alvaro Arbeloa's final game as coach, while Mallorca and Girona were relegated from Spain's top flight. Kylian Mbappe scored his 25th goal of the season for Real Madrid, and Celta Vigo qualified for Europa League with a 1-0 win over Sevilla.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Injured Mbappé draws Madrid fan backlash over Sardinia holiday

    Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé, sidelined with a hamstring injury, has faced criticism from supporters after taking a holiday in Sardinia during rest days granted by the club. Some fans are calling for him to leave, and an online petition urges Madrid fans to voice their discontent ahead of Sunday's Clasico against Barcelona.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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