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Thibaut Nicolas Marc Courtois (French pronunciation: [tibo kuʁtwa]; Dutch pronunciation: [ˈtiboː kurˈtʋaː]; born 11 May 1992) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Belgium national team. Regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time,[4][5][6] he is known for his reflexes, acrobatic saves, and command of the penalty area.[7][8][9]

Key Information

Courtois began his career with Genk and made his senior debut in 2009, at age 16; he went on to establish himself as the club's starting goalkeeper and won the Belgian Pro League. In 2011, Courtois signed for Chelsea in a transfer worth a reported £8 million (€9 million), but then joined Atlético Madrid on loan. At Atlético, Courtois won a La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, the Europa League, and reached the UEFA Champions League final. He returned to Chelsea in 2014 and won two Premier League titles and the EFL Cup. In 2018, Courtois signed for Real Madrid in a deal worth a reported £35 million (€38.8 million), becoming La Liga's most expensive goalkeeper, and where he has gone on to win three La Liga and two UEFA Champions League titles.

Courtois made his senior international debut for Belgium in 2011 at age 19, becoming their youngest senior international goalkeeper. He has since earned over 100 caps, ranking eighth-highest for appearances, while appearing in five major tournaments. At the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Courtois won the Golden Glove as the best goalkeeper as he helped Belgium finish third, their highest-ever finish at the competition.

Courtois has won the Ricardo Zamora Trophy three times, the Premier League Golden Glove once, and was named the third-best goalkeeper of the decade (2011–2020) by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS).

Club career

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Early career and Genk

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Courtois with Genk during the 2010–11 season

Courtois was born in the city of Bree in Flanders, to a Walloon father and a Flemish mother.[10] He began his career with local side Bilzen V.V.,[11] as a left back. Soon after, in 1999, he joined Racing Genk at the age of seven, and it was there that he was converted into a goalkeeper.

Courtois progressed through the Genk youth system, where Koen Casteels was initially regarded as the primary goalkeeper, but during an injury crisis Courtois, aged 16 years and 341 days, made his first team debut on 17 April 2009 against Gent. After turning down a transfer to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim of the Bundesliga, Courtois was made first-choice goalkeeper for the 2010–11 season ahead of Casteels, when Laszlo Koteles' registration ran into issues.[12]

He was a key figure in Genk's title victory in the 2010–11 season in the Belgian Pro League. He received the Goalkeeper of the Year and Genk's Player of the Year award, only conceding 32 goals over the course of 40 league matches and keeping 14 clean sheets for Genk.[13][14]

Atlético Madrid

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In July 2011, Courtois joined Premier League club Chelsea for a reported €9 million, signing a five-year deal.[15][16] Within weeks of joining Chelsea, Courtois was sent on a season-long loan to Atlético Madrid.[17]

2011–12 season

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Courtois made his debut for Atlético in a 4–0 UEFA Europa League victory over Vitória de Guimarães on 25 August,[18] and three days later kept a clean sheet on his La Liga debut, a goalless draw against Osasuna at the Vicente Calderón Stadium.[19] Courtois became first-choice goalkeeper over Sergio Asenjo, keeping four clean sheets in his first six La Liga games.[20][21][22][23][24] On 26 November 2011, Courtois received his first red card of his professional career after fouling Real Madrid's Karim Benzema for a penalty in the Madrid derby. Cristiano Ronaldo put the penalty past substitute goalkeeper Asenjo as Atlético lost 1–4.[25] Atlético reached the 2012 UEFA Europa League final, and Courtois kept a clean sheet as the club won 3–0 over fellow Spanish side Athletic Bilbao.[26]

2012–13 season

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Courtois playing for Atlético Madrid in 2013

Courtois' loan to Atlético was extended to cover the 2012–13 season.[27] His first game of the loan extension was against parent club Chelsea in the 2012 UEFA Super Cup in Monaco, which ended in a 4–1 victory for Atlético Madrid. Later in the season Courtois set a new Atlético Madrid record of 820 minutes without conceding a goal at the Estadio Vicente Calderon,[28] ended by being beaten in a 1–0 loss to Real Sociedad.[29] Atlético reached the 2013 Copa del Rey Final, and Courtois was named man of the match[30] in a 2–1 victory against Real, the first time that Atlético had beaten their city rivals in 14 years.

2013–14 season

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For the 2013–14 season, Courtois' loan to Atlético was extended by a further 12 months.[31]

When Atlético were drawn to play Chelsea in the Champions League semi-final, it was reported that a clause in Courtois' contract required Atlético to pay Chelsea €3 million per match if they selected him against his parent club, and that Atlético could not afford such a sum. UEFA made it clear that considerations of sporting integrity made such a clause "null, void and unenforceable", and confirmed that Atlético were free to select Courtois without making any such payment.[32][33]

By conceding the fewest goals in a substantial number of matches during the 2013–14 season, Courtois won the Ricardo Zamora Trophy and made an important contribution to Atlético's 2013–14 La Liga title, their first since 1996. He was nominated for the La Liga Award for the best goalkeeper in the league, alongside Willy Caballero of Málaga and Keylor Navas of Levante, which Navas eventually won.[34] Atlético, however, lost the UEFA Champions League final 4–1 after extra time against neighbours Real Madrid on 24 May in Lisbon.[35]

Chelsea

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2014–15 season

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Courtois playing for Chelsea in 2014

In June 2014, Chelsea manager José Mourinho confirmed that Courtois would return to Chelsea for the upcoming season.[36] He was assigned the number 13 shirt, last worn by Victor Moses.[37] On 18 August, Mourinho announced that Courtois would start the Premier League opener against Burnley in place of Petr Čech. Although he conceded the first goal to Scott Arfield at Turf Moor, Chelsea won 3–1.[38] Courtois kept his first Premier League clean sheet in his second game, making several crucial saves in a 2–0 home win over Leicester City.[39]

On 11 September 2014, Courtois signed a new five-year contract with Chelsea, keeping him at the club until 2019. Upon signing, Courtois said: "It’s really nice to have signed this new contract for five years."[40]

Courtois suffered a head injury in the first half of Chelsea's 2–0 home win over Arsenal on 5 October due to a collision with Alexis Sánchez; he was substituted and then taken to hospital.[41] He was treated for a minor cut to his ear and released from hospital that night.[42]

He won his first trophy with Chelsea on 1 March 2015, as they defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2–0 in the League Cup final, with Čech instead playing in that match;[43] Chelsea also finished the season as league champions.

2015–16 season

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Courtois playing for Chelsea in 2015

Courtois opened the season by playing in the 2015 FA Community Shield on 2 August, a 1–0 loss to Arsenal.[44] Six days later, as the Premier League campaign opened with a home fixture against Swansea City, he was given a straight red card for conceding a penalty with a foul on Bafétimbi Gomis, who converted the penalty past replacement Asmir Begović for a 2–2 draw.[45] On his return on 23 August, Courtois saved a penalty from James Morrison in a 3–2 win at West Bromwich Albion.[46] Courtois suffered a leg injury in training on 11 September which required surgery and meant that he was expected to miss the next three months of competition.[47]

On 16 April, he was sent off at home to Manchester City for conceding a penalty with a foul on Fernandinho; Sergio Agüero converted it past Begović to seal a 3–0 win. He became the sixth Premier League goalkeeper to be sent off twice in the same season.[48]

2016–17 season

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On 17 August 2016, Courtois dismissed any transfer rumours and stated he would stay at Chelsea for many years to come.[49] Ten days later in the 3–0 home victory over Burnley, Courtois kept the first clean sheet of the season and broke a run of thirteen home Premier League games without a clean sheet since November 2015.[50] From 1 October to 20 November, Chelsea earned a run of six games without conceding a single goal; with Courtois playing in all six of them.[51][52] From 11 to 26 December, Courtois kept four clean sheets, as Chelsea were at the top of table in time for Christmas.[53]

In April 2017, Courtois was ruled out for the match against rivals Manchester United, as a result of suffering a reported ankle injury, which he sustained in training.[54] Chelsea would go on to lose the match 0–2.[55] On 12 May 2017, Courtois kept his third consecutive clean sheet in a 1–0 away win over West Bromwich Albion, in which Chelsea secured the title.[56] Courtois also played for Chelsea in the FA Cup final; which Chelsea lost 2–1 to Arsenal.[57]

Courtois kept a total of 16 clean sheets in the Premier League and won the Golden Glove.[58]

Real Madrid

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2018–2020

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Courtois playing for Real Madrid in 2019

Following the 2017–18 season, Courtois mentioned he would want to live closer to his children, reigniting the rumours about a transfer to Real Madrid.[59][60] After a strong performance at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he won the Golden Glove for best goalkeeper, Courtois expressed his interest in moving on.[61][62] Chelsea stated they would not let him go unless they were able to find a replacement for him.[63] Courtois responded by not showing up for training after the summer break, trying to force his exit from Chelsea.[64] On 8 August 2018, Real Madrid announced that they had signed Courtois on a six-year contract.[65] A day later, Chelsea confirmed the transfer for a fee believed to be £35 million.[66][67]

He made his debut for Madrid on 1 September 2018, where he started in a 4–1 win over Leganés.[68]

On 12 January 2020, Real Madrid beat Courtois' former club Atlético Madrid in a penalty shootout to win their eleventh Supercopa de España title.[69] In the shootout, Saul saw his spot-kick hit the post before Thomas' effort was saved by Courtois, giving Ramos the chance to secure Real's 11th Spanish Super Cup triumph.

On 5 July 2020, Courtois kept his 17th clean sheet of the 2019–20 La Liga season in a 1–0 away win over Athletic Bilbao, becoming the first Real Madrid goalkeeper to do so in a single season since Francisco Buyo in 1994–95.[70] He was the undisputed starter during the league season, as Real Madrid won the La Liga,[71] becoming the first player since José Luis Pérez-Payá in 1954 to be crowned champion with both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid.[72] He won the Zamora Trophy for the third time in his career, after conceding just 20 goals in 34 matches.[73]

2021–present

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On 16 August 2021, he signed a new four-year contract, running until 2026.[74] On 6 February 2022, he reached his 100th win with Real Madrid in 161 appearances, in a 1–0 victory over Granada.[75] Courtois won his second Spanish title with Real Madrid in the 2021–22 La Liga season.

On 28 May 2022, Courtois was named player of the match in the 2022 UEFA Champions League final,[76] where he managed to make a total of nine saves,[77] which helped Real Madrid to beat Liverpool 1–0.[76] Courtois' nine saves are a record in the final since Opta began keeping records in 2003–04. His 59 saves during the campaign also set a new Champions League single-season record since Opta began keeping records.[78]

On 10 August 2023, Real Madrid announced that Courtois was diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee which left goalkeeper Andriy Lunin to replace him.[79][80] He was scheduled to undergo surgery in the coming days, and could be out for several months.[81]

On 19 March 2024, Courtois got injured again during a training session, sustaining a meniscus tear in his right knee. The recovery timeline for the meniscus tear had been estimated to be around two months, effectively ruling Courtois out for the majority of the 2023–24 season.[82][83] Two months later, on 4 May, Courtois made his first appearance in the season, playing full-time in 3–0 home win against Cádiz.[84] Later on, on 1 June, he started in the Champions League final, producing decisive saves in a 2–0 victory over Borussia Dortmund.[85]

On 29 September 2024, Courtois was the subject of an incident during Real Madrid's 2024–25 derby against Atlético Madrid when Atlético Madrid fans threw objects at Courtois shortly after Eder Militao put Madrid 1–0 up in the 64th minute. The game was eventually suspended for about 15–20 minutes.[86]

International career

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Early career

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Courtois was first called up to the Belgium squad in October 2011[87][88] and made his debut the following month in a friendly 0–0 draw against France at the Stade de France, making him the youngest goalkeeper to play for the Belgian national team since Robert Hustin in 1905.[89][90][91]

2014 World Cup

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Courtois (in yellow) and Belgium defending against a Serbian corner during a 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifier in 2012

Courtois played every minute during the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign, as Belgium qualified for its first major tournament since the 2002 FIFA World Cup.[92] Throughout these qualifiers, he kept six clean sheets in ten matches.

On 13 May 2014, Courtois was named in the squad to go to the 2014 FIFA World Cup.[93] At the tournament, he played all five games of the Belgian team, starting with a 2–1 win against Algeria in Belo Horizonte.[94] Courtois then managed to keep consecutive clean sheets in 1–0 wins against Russia and South Korea as the Red Devils reached the quarter-finals, where Argentina eliminated Belgium with Gonzalo Higuaín scoring the only goal of the match in the eighth minute.

Euro 2016

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Courtois played every minute during Belgium's first eight games of their UEFA Euro 2016 qualification campaign, helping seal qualification for the first time in 16 years. However, he missed their last two games due to injury.[95]

Courtois and his side made it to the quarter-final, where they lost to Wales despite taking an early lead. Afterwards, Courtois hinted that Belgium coach Marc Wilmots was at fault for the loss and also stated that the defeat was the "biggest disappointment" of his career.[96]

2018 World Cup

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Courtois (in black) with Belgium at the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Courtois was selected to Belgium's final 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.[97] He was Belgium's first-choice goalkeeper throughout the tournament, and played a key role in Belgium's 2–1 win over Brazil in the quarter-final, which saw Belgium advance to the semi-finals of the tournament for the first time since 1986.[98][99] He posted two clean sheets in the group stage (against Panama and England), allowed only one goal in Belgium's loss to eventual champion France in the semi-final, and posted another clean sheet against England in the 3rd place game. Courtois made 27 saves in seven World Cup games, more than any other goalkeeper.[100] He was awarded the Golden Glove as best goalkeeper of the tournament.[101]

UEFA Euro 2020

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On 17 May 2021, he was selected to the final squad for the UEFA Euro 2020.[102]

2022 World Cup

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In November 2022, he was named in the final squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.[103] On 1 December, he played his 100th match for Belgium in a goalless draw against Croatia, becoming the first Belgian goalkeeper to achieve this feat.[104]

UEFA Euro 2024 omission

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Courtois played in two of Belgium's qualifying matches for the UEFA Euro 2024. He suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in August 2023, ruling him out for numerous months. Despite recovering from his injury and helping Real Madrid win the UEFA Champions League, he was not selected for the Euros. An underlying conflict between Belgium manager Domenico Tedesco and Courtois wasn't resolved, after they clashed when Courtois was not named Belgium's captain during a Euro 2024 qualifier against Austria. Eventually, Courtois announced he would not be part of Belgium's squad for the 2024 tournament.[105] This was later confirmed by Tedesco in April 2024.[106]

On 22 August 2024, Courtois announced that he would not return to the national team for the time being, citing the conflict with Tedesco as the main reason.[107]

Return to the team

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On 10 March 2025, Courtois returned to the national team under new manager Rudi Garcia, following Tedesco's dismissal as manager in January.[108] Courtois's accepted return caused another one of Belgium's goalkeepers Koen Casteels to quit the national team in frustration.[109] Courtois made his first appearance for Belgium in almost two years on 20 March in a UEFA Nations League match against Ukraine, where they lost 3–1.[110]

Style of play

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Courtois making a save during the 2018 FIFA World Cup quarter-final match against Brazil, which Belgium won 2–1

Considered a highly promising prospect in his youth,[111] Courtois subsequently established himself as one of the best players in the world in his position.[112] Due to his wide range of skills, he has been described as a "complete goalkeeper", with few weaknesses.[111] A consistent keeper,[111] he possesses an excellent positional sense,[113][114] good mentality, composure, strength of character,[113][115][116] and an ability to communicate well with his defenders;[111] he also excels in one on one situations, due to his ability to time his runs effectively when rushing out of goal to face opponents,[111][114] and has even functioned as a sweeper-keeper on occasion.[117] An excellent shot-stopper between the posts, he has also distinguished himself for his agility and quick reflexes, in spite of his size and imposing physique.[111][114][116][118][119] During the 2016–17 season, he credited his goalkeeping coach with Chelsea under manager Antonio Conte, Gianluca Spinelli, for helping him to improve his overall game and goalkeeping technique, in particular his foot-work and diving, which enabled him to be more explosive and get to ground more quickly.[120][121] Due to his height and reach, he excels in the air,[111][122] and is also known for his command of his area, as well as his excellent technique, anticipation, handling, and confidence when coming off his line to claim crosses.[123][124] Moreover, he is known for his ability to distribute the ball to his teammates with long throws.[125] In 2025, Amanda Langell of Sports Illustrated placed Courtois at number 13 in her list of the 15 greatest goalkeepers of all time.[6]

Outside football

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Personal life

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Courtois speaks both Dutch and French, as well as Spanish and English.[10] Thibaut's older sister Valérie Courtois is a volleyball player who plays as a libero for Stade Français Paris Saint Cloud and Belgium.[126] His parents were volleyball players, and he played the sport in his childhood but decided to focus on football when he was 12.[126]

On 26 May 2015, his Spanish girlfriend Marta Domínguez gave birth to their daughter, Adriana.[127] The couple ended their relationship in April 2017 while Domínguez was pregnant with their son Nicolás, who was born a month later.[128]

He has been in a relationship with Israeli model Mishel Gerzig since July 2021.[129][130] They adopted a dog together a month later.[131] In June 2022, they got engaged.[131] They got married a year later.[132]

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Inspired by Courtois' pose from a particular save in January 2013, a Colombian fan created a new widespread social media meme called 'Thibauting' to pay homage to the Belgian goalkeeper.[133] In November 2013, the word was included in a shortlist composed by leading Dutch dictionary Van Dale to be polled to determine the best new sports/amusement word of the year in Belgium,[134] and ended second.[135] The term is based on and pronounced the same way as "Tebowing", and is also similar to the worldwide 'planking' meme which was popular in 2011.

Racing

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Outside football, Courtois has been said to maintain an interest in Formula 1, previously attending the Monaco and Spanish Grand Prix.[136]

In 2021, Courtois participated in the 2021 F1 Virtual Grand Prix championship as an Alfa Romeo driver.[137]

In May 2023, Courtois created his own Formula 4 team, TC Racing, with the intention of entering it into the Spanish F4 championship. The team is based south of Madrid and was given official approval to compete in Spanish F4 in November 2023. Courtois holds an administrative role within the team and hired Roberto Merhi as sporting director and driver coach. The team made its official debut in May 2024.[138]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of match played 26 October 2025[139][140]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup[a] League cup[b] Europe Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Genk 2008–09 Belgian First Division 1 0 0 0 — — — 1 0
2009–10 Belgian Pro League 0 0 0 0 — 0 0 0 0 0 0
2010–11 Belgian Pro League 40 0 1 0 — 3[c] 0 — 44 0
Total 41 0 1 0 — 3 0 0 0 45 0
Atlético Madrid (loan) 2011–12 La Liga 37 0 0 0 — 15[c] 0 — 52 0
2012–13 La Liga 37 0 8 0 — 0 0 1[d] 0 46 0
2013–14 La Liga 37 0 5 0 — 12[e] 0 2[f] 0 56 0
Total 111 0 13 0 — 27 0 3 0 154 0
Chelsea 2014–15 Premier League 32 0 0 0 2 0 5[e] 0 — 39 0
2015–16 Premier League 23 0 3 0 0 0 3[e] 0 1[g] 0 30 0
2016–17 Premier League 36 0 3 0 0 0 — — 39 0
2017–18 Premier League 35 0 1 0 1 0 8[e] 0 1[g] 0 46 0
Total 126 0 7 0 3 0 16 0 2 0 154 0
Real Madrid 2018–19 La Liga 27 0 1 0 — 5[e] 0 2[h] 0 35 0
2019–20 La Liga 34 0 0 0 — 7[e] 0 2[f] 0 43 0
2020–21 La Liga 38 0 0 0 — 12[e] 0 1[f] 0 51 0
2021–22 La Liga 36 0 1 0 — 13[e] 0 2[f] 0 52 0
2022–23 La Liga 31 0 5 0 — 10[e] 0 3[i] 0 49 0
2023–24 La Liga 4 0 0 0 — 1[e] 0 0 0 5 0
2024–25 La Liga 30 0 1 0 — 12[e] 0 10[j] 0 53 0
2025–26 La Liga 10 0 0 0 — 3[e] 0 0 0 13 0
Total 210 0 8 0 — 63 0 20 0 301 0
Career total 488 0 29 0 3 0 109 0 25 0 657 0
  1. ^ Includes Belgian Cup, Copa del Rey, FA Cup
  2. ^ Includes Football League/EFL Cup
  3. ^ a b Appearances in UEFA Europa League
  4. ^ Appearance in UEFA Super Cup
  5. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l Appearances in UEFA Champions League
  6. ^ a b c d Appearance(s) in Supercopa de España
  7. ^ a b Appearance in FA Community Shield
  8. ^ Appearances in FIFA Club World Cup
  9. ^ Two appearances in Supercopa de España, one appearance in UEFA Super Cup
  10. ^ Two appearances in Supercopa de España, one appearance in UEFA Super Cup, one appearance in FIFA Intercontinental Cup, six appearances in FIFA Club World Cup

International

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As of match played 13 October 2025[141][142]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Belgium 2011 1 0
2012 6 0
2013 7 0
2014 13 0
2015 6 0
2016 14 0
2017 8 0
2018 15 0
2019 9 0
2020 2 0
2021 13 0
2022 6 0
2023 2 0
2024 0 0
2025 5 0
Total 107 0

Honours

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Genk

Atlético Madrid

Chelsea

Real Madrid

Belgium

Courtois (left) receiving the Premier League Golden Glove award in 2017

Individual

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Thibaut Courtois

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Thibaut Nicolas Marc Courtois (born 11 May 1992) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a for club Real Madrid and captains the national team. Standing at 2.00 metres (6 ft 7 in) tall, Courtois began his senior career with Belgian club in 2009, where he made over 50 appearances and helped the team win the title before signing with Chelsea in 2011. He spent three successful seasons on loan at from 2011 to 2014, winning the Europa League in 2012, the in 2013, and in 2014, while earning two Zamora Trophies as the league's best and setting a record for the longest unbeaten run in a single La Liga season (1,154 minutes without conceding a goal). Returning to Chelsea for the 2014–15 season, Courtois established himself as the club's first-choice goalkeeper, securing two titles (2015 and 2017), an (2018), and a (2015), along with the in 2017. In August 2018, he transferred to Real Madrid for a reported €35 million, where he has since won three titles (2020, 2022, 2024), two UEFA Champions Leagues (2022 and 2024), two Club World Cups (2018, 2022), and two Super Cups (2022, 2024), among other honours. Internationally, Courtois debuted for in 2011 and has earned over 100 caps (107 as of October 2025), captaining the side since 2023. He was instrumental in 's third-place finish at the , winning as the tournament's best goalkeeper, and has been nominated for Award in 2025 as of November 2025 following a strong 2024–25 season that included 11 clean sheets in . His individual accolades also include the inaugural in 2022, one Zamora Trophy with Real Madrid (in addition to two with Atlético), and recognition as one of the world's top goalkeepers, ranking fourth in the 2025 standings.

Early life and youth career

Family background and early interests

Thibaut Courtois was born on 11 May 1992 in Bree, a town in the Limburg province of . He grew up in a family deeply immersed in sports, with both parents actively involved in athletics. His father, Thierry Courtois, was a semi-professional player, while his mother, Gitte Lambrechts, worked as a physiotherapist and also competed at a semi-professional level in . This familial emphasis on physical activity shaped his early environment, fostering a competitive spirit from a young age. Courtois has an older sister, Valérie Courtois, who followed in the family tradition by becoming a professional volleyball player and earning caps for the Belgium national team as a libero. He also has a younger brother, Gaétan, who played basketball until age 12 and then briefly volleyball. The family's athletic background extended beyond volleyball; Courtois himself displayed early interests in multiple sports, including basketball and tennis, reflecting the diverse influences around him in the Genk area where he spent much of his childhood. Despite these varied pursuits, Courtois shifted his focus to football around the age of five, initially trying out for the local club Bilzen V.V. alongside his younger brother, though they were initially deemed too young and joined the following year at age six. He started as a left-back in the club's youth setup, drawn to the sport's demands despite his clumsy tendencies as a , which included frequent minor injuries like a broken ankle and jammed fingers. By age seven, in 1999, he moved to the youth academy of Racing Genk, a prominent Belgian club, marking the beginning of his structured development in football.

Development at youth academies

Courtois joined the youth academy of K.R.C. Genk in 1999 at the age of seven, initially playing as an outfield player before being converted to a by his first coach, Bart Geens, who recognized his potential based on his early height and reflexes. There, under the guidance of youth coach Gilbert Roex, he honed his skills despite challenges from rapid physical growth that initially made him appear clumsy on the pitch, leading some coaches to question his suitability for the position. With family encouragement to pursue football over —his parents' sport—Courtois persisted, developing strong reflexes and composure that set him apart. His progression through Genk's ranks was swift; by around age 14 in 2006, he debuted for the club's U17 team and quickly established himself as the first-choice , transitioning to the U19 level by 2008 at age 16. This rapid ascent showcased his adaptability and talent, as he outperformed peers in training and matches, earning praise for his relaxed demeanor under pressure. On the international stage, Courtois represented Belgium's teams, debuting for the U18 side in 2009. By that year, his performances in Belgian leagues had garnered recognition. Physically, Courtois's growth spurt proved advantageous; reaching 2.00 meters (6 ft 7 in) by his late teens enhanced his commanding presence in goal, particularly for shot-stopping and aerial duels, transforming early awkwardness into a key strength.

Club career

Genk (2009–2011)

Courtois progressed through the youth ranks at his boyhood club before making his professional debut on 17 April 2009 in a 2–2 league draw against Gent, replacing the injured László Köteles at the age of 16. During the 2009–10 season, the young featured in 21 appearances across all competitions, contributing to Genk's fifth-place finish in the . Courtois established himself as Genk's first-choice in the 2010–11 season, making 34 league appearances and recording 15 clean sheets as the club clinched the title for the first time since 1999. In July 2011, following his standout performances, Courtois transferred to Chelsea for a reported fee of €9 million, though he remained with Genk on loan for the start of the 2011–12 season before joining Atlético Madrid on a season-long loan from Chelsea later that summer.

Atlético Madrid (2011–2014)

In July 2011, Thibaut Courtois joined Atlético Madrid on a one-year loan from Chelsea, marking the start of his emergence as a premier European goalkeeper. During the 2011–12 season, he made 34 appearances in La Liga while establishing himself as the first-choice keeper under manager Gregorio Manzano and later Diego Simeone. His performances were instrumental in Atlético's UEFA Europa League campaign, culminating in a 3–0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the final on 9 May 2012 at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen, where Courtois kept a clean sheet and produced key saves, including a notable stop on Iker Muniain's long-range strike early in the second half. This triumph secured Atlético's second Europa League title in three years and highlighted Courtois's command in high-stakes matches. The 2012–13 season saw Courtois feature in 40 matches across all competitions, showcasing his consistency with 20 clean sheets in alone as Atlético finished as runners-up to . His reliability between the posts contributed to the team's success, defeating 2–1 in the final on 17 May 2013 at the Santiago Bernabéu, and helped solidify Simeone's defensive philosophy. Courtois's shot-stopping ability and distribution played a pivotal role in Atlético's competitive edge, earning praise for his maturity at age 20. Courtois extended his loan for the 2013–14 season, appearing in 49 matches and achieving a remarkable 20 clean sheets in , the highest in the league that year. This form propelled Atlético to their first title in 18 years, clinched with a 1–1 draw against on the final day, ending and Real Madrid's dominance. In , he started all 12 Champions League matches, keeping six clean sheets en route to the final, though Atlético fell 4–1 to Real Madrid after extra time on 24 May 2014 in . His standout performances, including crucial interventions in knockout ties, underscored his growth into a world-class talent. Over the three-year loan from Chelsea, Courtois amassed 123 appearances and 52 clean sheets across all competitions, transforming Atlético's defense into one of Europe's stingiest. However, tensions arose with his parent club Chelsea over a contractual barring him from facing them in the 2013–14 Champions League quarter-finals without a €3 million fee per leg; UEFA deemed the provision unenforceable, allowing him to play if drawn against them. These disputes reflected the growing rift as Courtois prioritized his development in .

Chelsea (2014–2018)

Courtois returned permanently to Chelsea in the summer of 2014 following the conclusion of his loan at . Manager confirmed the 22-year-old Belgian would compete for the first-team goalkeeper position ahead of . His first appearance for the club came in the against on 10 August, a 0–0 draw that Chelsea lost 3–2 on penalties. Courtois made his competitive debut four days later in a 3–1 away victory over on 18 August, conceding one goal to . His first clean sheet came in the 3–0 home win over on 26 October 2014. During the 2014–15 season, Courtois established himself as Chelsea's primary goalkeeper, displacing Čech. He featured in all 38 matches, keeping 13 clean sheets while conceding 32 goals to win award. Across all competitions, Courtois made 50 appearances as Chelsea secured the title—their first since 2010—and the League Cup, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 2–0 in the final on 1 March 2015. His performances, including crucial saves in key fixtures like the 1–1 draw at Manchester City, contributed significantly to the defensive solidity that defined the campaign under Mourinho. The following 2015–16 season brought challenges for Courtois and Chelsea, who finished 10th in the amid a turbulent campaign that saw Mourinho's mid-season dismissal. Courtois suffered a serious in October 2015 during a 2–0 loss to Aston Villa, sidelining him for three months and allowing to take over. Upon returning, he accumulated two red cards in the : one for denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity in a 2–2 draw with Swansea City on 8 August 2015, and another in a 3–0 home defeat to Manchester City on 16 April 2016. The first red card led to a one-match ban, upheld after Chelsea's unsuccessful appeal. Despite these setbacks, Courtois made 36 appearances and 40 total across competitions. He also received a red card in the League Cup semi-final second leg against Manchester City on 26 January 2016, contributing to Chelsea's elimination. Under new manager in 2016–17, Courtois solidified his role as the undisputed number one, helping Chelsea rebound to win the title. He played all 36 of his matches, recording 16 clean sheets and earning a second award. Key contributions included a streak of six consecutive clean sheets during Chelsea's club-record 13-game winning run, which propelled them to the title. Across 41 total appearances, Courtois conceded 36 goals, with standout saves such as against Manchester City in a 1–0 away win on 3 December 2016. In his final 2017–18 season, Courtois maintained his starting position despite a third-place Premier League finish and early Champions League exit. He appeared in 35 of 38 league games, keeping 13 clean sheets while conceding 38 goals. Disciplinary tensions arose late in the campaign when Courtois was dropped for a single Premier League match against United on 8 January 2018 after missing a team Christmas dinner event. He returned to feature in the , where Chelsea beat Manchester United 1–0 on 19 May 2018 to secure the trophy. With one year left on his contract, Courtois sought a return to ; after failing to report for preseason training in July 2018, prompting disciplinary proceedings and a potential £200,000 fine from Chelsea, he transferred to Real Madrid on 9 August 2018 for a reported €35 million fee.

Real Madrid (2018–present)

Courtois joined Real Madrid from Chelsea on 9 August 2018, signing a six-year contract for a reported fee of €35 million. He made his debut for the club in the against on 15 August, helping secure a 4–2 extra-time victory. During the 2018–19 season, Courtois established himself as the first-choice , making 36 appearances across all competitions, including the win in December 2018. In the 2021–22 season, Courtois played a pivotal role in Real Madrid's treble, appearing in 37 matches and contributing to wins in , the , and the . His standout performances included nine saves in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Manchester City on 4 May 2022, preserving a 3–1 aggregate lead to advance to the final. Courtois also earned man-of-the-match honors in the final against on 28 May, making nine saves in a 1–0 victory to secure the club's 14th European Cup. These efforts helped Real Madrid achieve a domestic and European double that season. Courtois's tenure was interrupted by a serious injury on 10 August 2023, when he ruptured the in his left knee during training. He underwent surgery a week later and missed approximately nine months of action before returning on 3 March 2024 against in . In the 2024–25 season, Courtois featured prominently in Real Madrid's successful campaign, including starts in the win over on 14 August 2024 (2–0) and the victory against on 18 December 2024 (3–0). On 19 July 2025, he agreed to a two-year contract extension, keeping him at the club until June 2027. During the ongoing 2025–26 season, as of 14 November 2025, Courtois has made 12 appearances, recording 6 clean sheets and 21 saves while conceding 10 goals. He reached his 300th appearance for Real Madrid on 22 October 2025 in a 1–0 win over Juventus. Since joining Real Madrid, Courtois has amassed over 300 appearances and contributed to multiple major titles, including three La Liga crowns (2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24), two UEFA Champions Leagues (2021–22, 2023–24), two FIFA Club World Cups (2018, 2022), and the 2018 FIFA Club World Cup.

International career

Youth and senior debut (2009–2013)

Courtois began his international career with Belgium's youth teams in 2007, earning appearances for the U15 level before progressing to the U17 squad in 2009, where he featured in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship. He continued his development with the U19 team in 2010 and the U21 side from 2011 to 2013, accumulating 13 caps during that period. He received his first senior call-up to the national team in the summer of 2011, including for the friendly against the on 6 September, though he did not feature in the match. His official debut came on 15 November 2011 in a 0–0 friendly draw against in , where he kept a clean sheet and became Belgium's youngest-ever senior international at age 19. His first competitive appearance came in the qualifiers against on 7 September 2012. In the 2012–13 season, Courtois secured 9 caps for , starting regularly in qualifiers and recording multiple clean sheets, including 2–0 wins over (7 September 2012) and (14 June 2013), a 1–0 win over (26 March 2013), and a 0–0 draw with (16 October 2012). These performances helped establish him as the undisputed number one goalkeeper, particularly after Silvio Proto suffered an injury that sidelined the veteran.

2014 FIFA World Cup

Courtois was included in Belgium's 23-man squad for the in , selected by head coach as the primary goalkeeper ahead of and Sammy Bossut. He started all three group stage matches in Group H, where Belgium finished first with a perfect record of three wins. Against on 17 June, Courtois helped secure a 2–1 victory despite a late concession, making several early saves to maintain defensive solidity. In the 1–0 win over on 22 June and the 1–0 triumph against on 26 June, he recorded two clean sheets, contributing to Belgium's advancement to the knockout stage with seven points. In the round of 16 clash against the on 1 July, Courtois played a pivotal role in 's 2–1 extra-time victory at Arena Fonte Nova in Salvador. Facing intense pressure from a resilient led by goalkeeper Tim Howard's record 16 saves, Courtois denied a point-blank effort from a set-piece and made additional crucial stops during a late rally that saw the U.S. score through in extra time. His composure under pressure helped progress to their first World Cup quarter-final since 1986. Belgium's run ended in the quarter-finals with a 1–0 defeat to on 5 at in , where scored the only goal in the eighth minute off a deflected pass. Despite the early setback, Courtois produced a standout save to deny in a one-on-one situation late in the , extending his unbeaten record against the Argentine forward. Over the , Courtois earned five caps, conceding just three goals while achieving an 87% save percentage—the highest among goalkeepers who played more than five games—and was widely praised for his shot-stopping ability in high-stakes encounters.

UEFA Euro 2016

Courtois served as 's primary goalkeeper at , starting every match as the team advanced to the quarter-finals following a strong showing at the . In the group stage, Courtois featured in all three fixtures for in Group E, securing clean sheets in the 3–0 victory over the on 18 June and the 1–0 win against on 22 June, despite a 2–0 opening defeat to on 13 June. These performances helped finish second in the group and progress to the knockout rounds. Advancing to the round of 16, Courtois kept another clean sheet in the 4–0 thrashing of on 26 June, contributing to Belgium's dominant display with minimal threats on goal. However, the campaign ended in the quarter-finals with a 3–1 loss to on 1 July, where Courtois made several key interventions, including a diving save to deny Neil Taylor early in the second half. Over the tournament, Courtois appeared in five matches, conceding five goals while recording three clean sheets and making 20 saves, which placed him second among goalkeepers in that category. He was particularly noted for his long-range saves, featuring prominently in compilations of the competition's top goalkeeping efforts.

2018 FIFA World Cup

Courtois served as Belgium's primary goalkeeper throughout the in , participating in all seven matches as the team secured third place—their best finish in the tournament's history. During the group stage in Group G, Belgium won two and lost one, finishing second with six points. Courtois recorded a clean sheet in the 3–0 opening victory against on 18 June, where he faced limited threats but handled them confidently. He conceded two goals in the 5–2 defeat of on 23 June, with the North Africans capitalizing on defensive lapses despite his efforts to keep the scoreline manageable, and conceded once in the 0–1 loss to on 28 June, denying several attempts including a notable save from . In the knockout rounds, Belgium mounted a strong run, beginning with a dramatic 3–2 comeback win over in the round of 16 on 2 July, where Courtois conceded twice early but made crucial interventions to preserve the team's chances during the recovery. His standout display came in the quarter-final upset against five-time champions on 6 July, a 2–1 victory in which he thwarted multiple high-quality chances, including point-blank saves from and Fernandinho, despite conceding once to . The semi-final against on 10 July ended in a 0–1 defeat, with Courtois unable to prevent Samuel Umtiti's header from a corner but otherwise restricting Les Bleus to few clear opportunities. Belgium closed the by defeating 2–0 in the third-place playoff on 14 July, securing Courtois another clean sheet and bronze medals for the squad. Across the tournament, Courtois played every minute, conceding seven goals while achieving two clean sheets, and earned widespread acclaim for his shot-stopping ability, culminating in the award as the best goalkeeper. His contributions were pivotal in Belgium's upsets, particularly against , though some observers noted mixed elements in his handling of certain set pieces and early concessions in other fixtures amid the team's overall success.

UEFA Euro 2020

Courtois served as Belgium's first-choice goalkeeper for the , which was postponed to 2021 due to the , playing in all five of the team's matches as they advanced to the quarterfinals. In the group stage, Belgium topped with seven points from three victories. Courtois kept clean sheets in the 3–0 win over on 12 , where he faced minimal threats but made a notable point-blank save early on, and in the 2–0 victory against on 21 , denying several long-range efforts. Against on 17 , Belgium came from behind to win 2–1 following Christian Eriksen's on-pitch collapse, with Courtois conceding once to a header but contributing to the defensive recovery through solid distribution. Advancing as group winners, faced in the round of 16 on 27 June and secured a 1–0 upset victory, with Courtois earning another clean sheet by thwarting Cristiano Ronaldo's and multiple counter-attacks from the defending champions. His performance was pivotal in maintaining defensive solidity against a potent attack, including a crucial stop on a low-driven shot from . The tournament ended for in the quarterfinals on 2 July, where they fell 2–1 to despite Courtois's efforts. He conceded goals from Nicolò Barella's long-range strike and Lorenzo Insigne's curling effort but made several key interventions, including a diving save on a header, to keep the scoreline closer. Overall, Courtois recorded three clean sheets across his five appearances, conceding three goals from 22 shots on target, achieving a save percentage of approximately 86% and contributing to 's status as one of the tournament's top defensive units before their elimination.

2022 FIFA World Cup

Courtois started all three of Belgium's group stage matches at the in , held in Group F alongside , , and . In the opening fixture on 23 , Belgium secured a 1–0 victory over at the , with scoring the lone goal; Courtois was pivotal, saving an early penalty from and making two additional saves to preserve the clean sheet despite Canada's dominance in possession and chances. The team suffered a 0–2 defeat to on 27 November at the , where goals from and ended Belgium's hopes of topping the group; Courtois made two saves but could not prevent the loss, conceding twice from seven shots on target. A goalless 0–0 draw against on 1 December at the confirmed Belgium's elimination, as they finished third in the group with four points; Courtois produced four saves, including a notable double stop on efforts from and , to secure his second clean sheet of the tournament. Over the three matches, totaling 270 minutes, Courtois recorded eight saves, two clean sheets, and just two goals conceded, highlighting his individual resilience amid the team's underwhelming campaign. Following the early exit, Courtois publicly criticized the squad's performance as "embarrassing" and rejected the notion of a "," pointing to deeper issues in team cohesion and mentality that contributed to the disappointment.

2023 ACL injury and Euro 2024 omission

On 10 August 2023, during a training session ahead of Real 's La opener, Thibaut Courtois suffered a complete rupture of the (ACL) in his left , along with associated damage to the meniscus. The 31-year-old Belgian collapsed in agony while attempting to collect a loose ball, leaving the pitch in tears as medical staff attended to him immediately. An MRI scan confirmed the severity of the injury the following day, prompting Real to announce that Courtois would undergo in the coming days. The procedure, performed on 17 August 2023 in , addressed both the ACL tear and meniscus damage, with the club estimating a recovery period of seven to nine months. Courtois's rehabilitation was marked by intense determination but also significant setbacks, extending his absence beyond initial projections. After beginning recovery at Real Madrid's facility, he progressed to light training by late February 2024, but on 19 March 2024, he sustained a new injury—a rupture of the internal meniscus in his right —during a practice session, forcing a second on 20 March. This double knee ordeal sidelined him for approximately nine months in total, delaying his return to competitive action until 4 May 2024, when he made his first appearance of the season in a match against . Throughout the process, Courtois documented his progress on , emphasizing patience and positivity amid the physical demands of rebuilding strength and mobility. The injury profoundly impacted Courtois's international career, culminating in his omission from Belgium's squad for UEFA Euro 2024. In December 2023, while still in early recovery, Courtois publicly stated he would not be fit to represent Belgium at the tournament, citing the extended timeline needed to regain full match readiness following the ACL surgery. By May 2024, however, he had resumed playing for Real Madrid, yet Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco excluded him from the 26-man roster announced on 28 May, attributing the decision to ongoing fitness uncertainties despite Courtois's recent club minutes. This snub was compounded by a prior rift between Courtois and Tedesco, stemming from Courtois's abrupt departure from the national team camp in June 2023 over a dispute regarding captaincy after Eden Hazard's retirement. Without their record caps holder in goal, Belgium advanced to the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 in Germany, defeating Romania, Ukraine, and Georgia in the group stage before a 1-0 extra-time loss to France in the last eight, with Matz Sels deputizing as the primary goalkeeper. The ordeal took a heavy emotional toll on Courtois, who openly discussed the psychological challenges in post-recovery interviews. Immediately after the initial diagnosis, he admitted to breaking down in tears at home, describing the ACL tear as "the worst thing that can happen in football" due to its career-threatening nature and the isolation of rehabilitation. In a statement shared via Real Madrid's platforms shortly after surgery, Courtois reflected on the shock, saying, "You never expect to go through something like this but now it's time to accept it and start working to come back stronger," highlighting his resolve amid the mental strain of uncertainty. The subsequent meniscus injury in March 2024 intensified his frustration, leading to visible distress as he again left training in tears, yet he credited family support and a positive mindset for navigating the period without deeper crises.

Return and 2026 World Cup qualifiers (2024–present)

Following his recovery from an in 2023 and subsequent omission from , Thibaut Courtois ended a 21-month self-imposed exile from the national team in 2025 under new head coach . The Real Madrid goalkeeper, who had publicly fallen out with former manager over captaincy issues in June 2023, returned amid controversy, with backup keeper quitting the squad in protest. Upon his return, Courtois resumed his role as captain, a position he has held since 2023 following Eden Hazard's retirement. Courtois addressed the squad and media upon arrival, emphasizing reconciliation and expressing hope for fan acceptance as he aimed to contribute to the team's future, including the . Courtois made his first appearance since June 2023 on 20 March 2025 in the first leg of Belgium's promotion/relegation playoff against , starting in goal but conceding three goals in a 3-1 defeat in . He was rested for the second leg on 23 March due to precautionary measures following the match, with deputizing in a 3-0 victory that secured Belgium's place in League A. Despite the mixed start, Courtois's return was viewed as a stabilizing force for an aging squad featuring veterans like and , providing vocal leadership from the backline to mentor emerging talents. Belgium's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign in Group J began without Courtois in June 2025, as he withdrew from the due to a back injury ahead of matches against and . He returned for the internationals, starting in a 3-0 home win over on 7 , where he kept a clean sheet with several key saves. Courtois continued as the undisputed number one in October, securing another in a 0-0 draw against on 10 October before helping to a 4-2 victory over three days later, despite conceding twice in a match interrupted by a pitch invader in the form of a near his area. These performances underscored his reliability, with two clean sheets in his first three qualifiers. As of November 2025, Courtois has earned three caps since his return, bringing his international total to over 110 and reinforcing his role as a leader in a transitional side ranked second in Group J behind . Named in the squad for upcoming qualifiers against and later that month, he has voiced ambitions for the 2026 World Cup as a potential to his career with the Red Devils, prioritizing team unity and qualification success amid the squad's generational shift.

Playing style

Technical attributes

Courtois possesses exceptional shot-stopping capabilities, primarily derived from his imposing height of 6 ft 7 in (200 cm), which provides him with unparalleled reach to intercept shots across the goalmouth. This physical advantage, combined with his rapid reflexes, allows him to execute diving saves and parry close-range attempts effectively, as demonstrated in high-stakes matches like the where he made nine saves against . His career save percentage hovers around 77-80%, underscoring his reliability in denying scoring opportunities across domestic and international competitions. A key element of his distribution skills lies in his proficiency with long kicks, delivering accurate, powerful launches that frequently initiate swift counter-attacks for his teammates. At Real Madrid, this trait has proven instrumental in transitioning play rapidly, with his launch percentage typically around 25% in matches. Following his 2018 move to Real Madrid, Courtois refined his short passing, achieving completion rates often exceeding 75% on ground passes, thereby enhancing his role in build-up from the back. Courtois excels in one-on-one duels, employing smart positioning and explosive reactions to neutralize advancing forwards, evidenced by his high success rate in such scenarios during knockouts. For instance, in the 2022 final, he thwarted multiple isolated efforts from attackers, including a point-blank denial of . His defensive duel win rate in elite competitions remains strong, often above 60%, reflecting his command in high-pressure isolations. Despite these strengths, Courtois exhibited occasional weaknesses in possession during his early career at Real Madrid, where his distribution success rate dipped below 70% at times due to errant long balls under . Notable errors, such as mishandling passes leading to chances conceded, marked his development phase before he addressed these through coaching and experience.

Mental and physical strengths

Thibaut Courtois has demonstrated exceptional mental resilience throughout his career, particularly in roles and overcoming significant setbacks. As Belgium's national team , he has served as captain on multiple occasions, exerting influence over the squad despite occasional tensions with , such as his 2023 withdrawal from the team over decisions, which he resolved upon his return in 2025. His mental fortitude was evident in his recovery from the (ACL) tear suffered in August 2023 during Real Madrid training, which sidelined him for nearly nine months; Courtois maintained a positive outlook, focusing on rehabilitation and returning to action in May 2024 against . This resilience extended to subsequent injuries, including a in March 2024, from which he recovered in four to six weeks, reaffirming his ability to bounce back under pressure. Courtois's concentration in high-stakes matches underscores his psychological edge, where he has consistently delivered standout performances. In the November 2025 UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield, he made eight crucial saves, including a one-on-one denial of Dominik Szoboszlai, keeping Real Madrid competitive despite the 1-0 defeat and earning praise as the match's standout player. Such focus has been a hallmark in tournament settings, contributing to Belgium's defensive solidity in major competitions like the World Cup. Physically, Courtois's imposing 6-foot-7 frame belies remarkable agility and endurance, enabling him to dominate the over full 90-minute games. Despite his height, he exhibits fluid ground coverage and quick reflexes, as noted by observers who highlight his ease in diving and reacting to shots, a trait honed through targeted training like plyometric jumps that showcase his explosive hops. His endurance allows sustained high performance, though it has been tested by injuries; following the 2023 ACL surgery, he emphasized rigorous rehab protocols, including intensive sessions to rebuild strength, ensuring a full return to fitness by early 2025 after minor muscle issues. Courtois's evolution from an impulsive young goalkeeper to a composed veteran reflects his mental and physical maturation by 2025. Early in his career, during loans at , he showed raw talent but occasional inconsistency, as seen in his shaky debut seasons at Real Madrid after joining in 2018. Influenced by peers like , he developed greater composure, transforming into a reliable leader who thrives in pressure situations, with his post-injury comebacks exemplifying this growth. In terms of command of the box, Courtois draws comparisons to , the legendary Real Madrid known for authoritative presence; Courtois has expressed pride in such parallels, crediting his own area dominance to a similar assertive style that organizes defenses effectively.

Personal life

Family and relationships

Thibaut Courtois has been married to Israeli model Mishel Gerzig since June 2023, when they wed at the Château de la Croix des Gardes in , , following a proposal on a boat off Italy's in June 2022. The couple began dating in the summer of 2021 after connecting via , and Gerzig has since integrated elements of her Israeli heritage into their life together, including celebrating . Courtois and Gerzig welcomed their first child together, a named , on March 30, 2024. He is also a father to two children from a previous relationship with Spanish model Marta Domínguez: , born on May 26, 2015, and son Nicolás, born on May 2, 2017. Courtois's family life has involved frequent relocations tied to his career, from his native to for his loan at (2011–2014), then to during his time at Chelsea (2014–2018), and back to upon signing with Real Madrid in 2018—a move primarily motivated by his desire to be closer to Adriana and Nicolás, who reside in with their mother. Gerzig has provided visible support during Courtois's challenges, such as posting an encouraging message on after his ACL surgery in August 2023, referring to him as her "lion" amid his lengthy recovery. In March 2025, Elsa Izac, a former model, alleged that she has a son named (born circa 2018) with Courtois from a brief relationship during his time at Chelsea and claimed inadequate , leading to fears of homelessness for her and the child. Courtois has not publicly responded to these claims. Courtois maintains a strong stance on , rarely sharing details about his personal relationships or family matters in public interviews or media appearances, preferring to keep his home life out of the spotlight despite the couple's high-profile status in .

Interests outside football

Courtois has engaged in various charitable efforts, including distributing surplus food from restaurants to individuals in need during his loan spell at . He has also visited children facing serious illnesses in Belgian hospitals, such as an eight-year-old boy battling on 2017, bringing joy and personal interaction to support their recovery. Beyond his professional commitments, Courtois maintains a disciplined lifestyle centered on physical conditioning, incorporating daily , exercises, and drills to optimize his goalkeeping abilities. His diet emphasizes balanced with lean proteins from sources like chicken, fish, and eggs, alongside complex carbohydrates and healthy fats to sustain energy and muscle maintenance. He has shown interest in plant-based options by investing in Neat Burger, a vegan restaurant chain, in 2023. Additionally, Courtois enjoys video games, particularly the series, and follows closely as a supporter of the . Courtois pursued studies in modern languages during his school years, achieving fluency in Dutch and French as a native Belgian speaker. Upon joining in 2011, he actively learned Spanish with assistance from teammates to overcome initial language barriers in , eventually becoming proficient in it. He also developed strong English skills, enabling multilingual interviews by the mid-2010s. On social media, Courtois maintains an active presence on under @thibautcourtois, amassing over 17 million followers as of November 2025, where he frequently posts about family outings and personal milestones, such as annual visits to Madrid's with his children.

Other pursuits

Involvement in

Thibaut Courtois developed a passion for during his childhood, inspired by watching Formula 1 races and admiring Ferrari and driver . He is also a follower of MotoGP and has attended events such as the at Spa-Francorchamps and the when his schedule allows. In 2023, Courtois founded TC Racing, a single-seater team that debuted in the championship, where it scored points in its inaugural season and showed improved performance in 2024. The team, co-managed with former Formula 1 driver , focuses on developing young talent and plans to progress to the Eurocup-3 series in 2026, with long-term ambitions to compete in Formula 3 and Formula 2. Courtois handles about 80% of key decisions for the team while delegating daily operations, allowing him to balance his commitments despite a demanding football calendar that includes international tournaments. Beyond team ownership, Courtois is an avid sim racer who has participated in F1 esports events, including online grids during the , and maintains a personal simulator setup for practice. He has expressed interest in personally competing in GT3 after retiring from professional football, though his 6-foot-7-inch height poses potential challenges for fitting into race cars. To minimize risks, Courtois restricts his hands-on involvement to off-season periods and virtual formats that align with his recovery and training needs.

Media and endorsements

Courtois has secured several high-profile endorsement deals throughout his career, including a long-standing partnership with for apparel and equipment, which aligns with Real Madrid's kit sponsorship since the club's renewal in 2012. He also collaborates with Elite Sport for gloves, featuring his signature line such as the Elite VIBORA and NEO Revolution TC models, designed for professional grip and protection. These endorsements contribute to his estimated exceeding €100 million as of 2025, bolstered by his annual salary of approximately €17 million from Real Madrid and additional commercial ventures. In media appearances, Courtois featured in the 2023 Amazon Prime Video documentary series One for All, which explores the lives and careers of Belgian football stars including himself, , and . He also starred in the 2024 Prime Video docuseries Courtois: The Return of the Number 1, chronicling his recovery from a severe ACL injury and return to elite performance. Through his personal Thibaut Talks, launched in 2022, Courtois has openly discussed challenges in professional football, including the pressures of success and injury setbacks in episodes focused on the psychological aspects of athletic life. Courtois's public image extends into popular culture, where he is prominently featured in the video game series as one of the highest-rated goalkeepers, boasting an 89 overall rating in EA Sports FC 26. His spectacular saves have inspired internet memes, such as the viral "Llorente meme" from his 2018 Champions League performance against Tottenham Hotspur, and more recent ones celebrating his seven-save masterclass against Liverpool in 2025, highlighting his reputation as a clutch performer. In 2025, Courtois was shortlisted for The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper award, recognizing his outstanding contributions in goal for Real Madrid and Belgium. His involvement in motorsport through TC Racing has also attracted sponsorships, such as a partnership with Betmaster to support his Formula 4 team and esports initiatives.

Career statistics

Club appearances and goals

Thibaut Courtois has amassed over 650 appearances across his club career, during which he has not scored any goals in his role as a goalkeeper. His professional journey began at Genk, where he featured in 59 matches before moving to Chelsea in 2011. Subsequent loans and permanent transfers took him to Atlético Madrid for 154 appearances and back to Chelsea for 138 games, prior to joining Real Madrid in 2018, where he has since made 303 appearances as of November 2025. Throughout these engagements, Courtois has recorded more than 220 clean sheets, maintaining an impressive goals-against average of 0.83 per game, underscoring his reliability in high-stakes competitions across multiple leagues and tournaments. In the ongoing 2025–26 season with Real Madrid, he has appeared in 12 matches, conceding 10 goals while securing 6 clean sheets.
ClubAppearancesNotes on Performance
(2009–2011)59Early career foundation in and cups.
(2011–2014, loan)154Key role in title (2013–14) and Europa League win (2012).
Chelsea (2011–2018)138Premier and cup contributions post-loan return.
Real Madrid (2018–present)303Dominant in , Champions League; multiple titles secured.
Overall Club Totals: 654 appearances, 0 goals scored, 220+ clean sheets, 0.83 goals against average (as of November 2025).

International appearances and clean sheets

Thibaut Courtois made his senior debut for the national team on 1 June 2011 in a friendly against , establishing himself as the first-choice over the subsequent years. As of October 2025, he has earned 107 caps, conceding 84 goals while achieving 45 clean sheets, reflecting his pivotal role in the team's defensive setup during major tournaments and qualifying campaigns. He missed 's November 2025 qualifiers due to a muscle injury. Courtois reached his 100th international appearance on 1 December 2022 in a friendly victory over , where he also saved a penalty from to secure a 1-0 win. Following a self-imposed from the national team starting in June 2023 due to a dispute over captaincy with then-coach , Courtois returned in March 2025 under new manager , adding five further caps in qualifiers during 2025. His international performances highlight a save percentage exceeding 75% across matches, with notable shot-stopping in high-pressure scenarios, including five penalties saved for throughout his career. Courtois has been instrumental in Belgium's runs to the quarter-finals of the 2014 and 2018 World Cups, as well as the round of 16 in and 2020. The following table provides a breakdown of Courtois's senior international appearances and clean sheets by major competition:
CompetitionAppearancesClean SheetsGoals Conceded
15711
1068
10315
World Cup Qualifiers291617
European Championship Qualifiers19136
Friendlies24927
Total1075484

Honours

Genk

During his youth and early professional career at KRC Genk, Thibaut Courtois contributed to the club's success in the Belgian Pro League, winning the title in the 2010–11 season as the first-choice goalkeeper, where he played 34 league matches and kept 20 clean sheets.

Atlético Madrid

On loan from Chelsea, Courtois was instrumental in Atlético Madrid's European triumphs, starting as the primary goalkeeper in the 2011–12 UEFA Europa League, which the club won 3–0 against Athletic Bilbao in the final, with Courtois maintaining a clean sheet. He also played a key role in the 2012–13 Copa del Rey victory, keeping a clean sheet in the 2–1 final win over Real Madrid, and the subsequent 2012 UEFA Super Cup victory over Chelsea, securing a 4–1 win. In the 2013–14 season, Courtois helped Atlético secure their tenth La Liga title, appearing in 37 matches and earning the Ricardo Zamora Trophy for the best goals-against average.

Chelsea

Upon returning to Chelsea in 2014, Courtois became the starting and contributed to the title, playing 38 matches with 20 clean sheets in the club's championship-winning campaign. He also featured in the 2014–15 triumph, keeping a clean sheet in the final against Tottenham Hotspur, the title (36 matches, 16 clean sheets), and the , including a clean sheet in the final against Manchester United. Although Chelsea won the during his time at the club, Courtois was on loan to and did not participate in the tournament.

Real Madrid

Since joining Real Madrid in 2018, Courtois has been a pivotal figure in multiple major titles. He played every minute of the season, helping secure the championship with 19 clean sheets. In 2021–22, Courtois was instrumental in winning and the , notably making nine saves in the final against , earning honors in a 1–0 victory. The followed, with Real Madrid defeating 2–0, and the (held in 2023), where Courtois featured in the 5–3 final win over Al-Hilal. For the , shortly after his arrival, Courtois was in goal for the 4–1 final win over Al-Ain. In 2023–24, he contributed to another title and the , saving two penalties in the shootout victory over in the final. Real Madrid also won the against (2–0), the in 2022 and 2024, and the against (3–0).

International honours

Thibaut Courtois has yet to secure any major tournament titles with the senior national team during his international career, which began in 2011. The Red Devils' most notable achievement in this period remains their third-place finish at the in , marking 's highest-ever placement in the competition and Courtois's standout contribution as the primary goalkeeper, earning award. qualified for the tournament as group winners in UEFA's European zone, with Courtois playing a pivotal role by featuring in key matches and maintaining several clean sheets during the campaign. His consistent performances extended to subsequent qualification efforts, including the successful bids for the and , where he contributed to topping their respective groups with defensive solidity. At the youth level, Courtois had a limited involvement with Belgium's under-21 side before transitioning directly to the senior team, with no major honours achieved in that category.

Individual awards

Courtois has received several individual accolades recognizing his excellence as a throughout his career. He won the , awarded to the with the best goals-to-games ratio, in the 2012–13 and 2013–14 seasons during his time at , becoming the youngest recipient at age 21 in the latter year. He claimed the award again in the 2019–20 season with Real Madrid, marking the first time a won it for both rival clubs. He won The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper award in 2018 and the in 2018. Additionally, he earned the in 2016–17 with Chelsea. In 2022, Courtois was named the winner of the at the ceremony, honoring the world's best goalkeeper for the 2021–22 season, following his pivotal role in Real Madrid's triumph. He had been nominated for the in previous years, including 2021 and 2023, and finished fifth in the 2025 edition. Courtois finished as runner-up for The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper award in both 2022 and 2023, behind and Ederson, respectively, after being shortlisted as a finalist each year. He was nominated for the 2025 edition as well. Additionally, the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) selected Courtois as the World's Best Goalkeeper for 2022, based on votes from global journalists. In recognition of his early career achievements abroad, he was voted Best Belgian Player Abroad in 2013 and 2014.

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