Belgium, Thibaut Courtois and Real Madrid

Real Madrid star Thibaut Courtois sparks controversy in Belgium after teammate quits national team
Real Madrid star Thibaut Courtois returned to the Belgium national team, sparking controversy and prompting a teammate to resign.
Belgium star sensationally quits international duty in damning protest against Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois
Thibaut Courtois' impending return to the Belgium national team has led one of his teammates to step away from international duty in protest. The 31-year-old goalkeeper is expected to make a much-anticipated comeback, seven months after quitting the national team following a public dispute with former manager Domenico Tedesco.
Koen Casteels quits Belgium team, says FA is ‘rolling out the red carpet’ for Thibaut Courtois
"I think it’s a bit strange that Courtois can decide for himself whether he can come back," Casteels said on Belgian podcast MidMid.
Teammate sensationally quits Belgium squad in Thibaut Courtois return protest
Thibaut Courtois’ decision to return to Belgium duty has not been met with universal approval in the Red Devils camp.Real Madrid’s No.1 is currently eighth on the all-time list of appearances for
Belgium No.1 quits over Thibaut Courtois’ return and claims ‘many players disagree’ with Real Madrid man’s comeback
Belgium’s departing first choice goalkeeper has launched a stunning attack on Thibaut Courtois. Koen Casteels, who had assumed the role as the Red Devils’ No.1 after Courtois refused to play, has
Belgium coach says Thibaut Courtois to return to national team fold after self-imposed exile
After a public fallout with former manager Domenico Tedesco, the goalkeeper announced in August 2024 that he would not play for his country.
Casteels steps down from Belgium following Courtois' return
Belgium's No.1 goalkeeper, Koen Casteels, has made the surprising decision to step away from the national team.
Courtois Sets New Record as Most-Capped Belgian Player in Champions League
The record set by Courtois surpasses fellow Belgian international Axel Witsel, who had previously held the title with 85 appearances. Here’s how the top Belgian players rank in terms of their ...
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Casteels retires from Belgium duty over Courtois return
Belgium goalkeeper Koen Casteels announced Sunday that he was "no longer available" for international duty, ahead of the ...
Long-awaited return to Belgium confirmed for Real Madrid star
Following the exit of previous coach Domenico Tedesco, Real Madrid star Thibaut Courtois is set to make his return to the ...
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Castilles retires from Belgian national team in response to Courtois' return
Belgian national team starting goalkeeper Koen Castilles (33, Al Qadsiah) announced his sudden retirement in response to the ...