Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois was forced off during the World Cup quarterfinal against Spain on July 10, 2026, after sustaining a thigh injury. The 34-year-old Real Madrid star was seen in tears as he left the pitch, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming 2026ā27 season.
The Belgian Football Association confirmed the injury in a statement, noting that Courtois underwent medical scans and will miss the remainder of the tournament. No timeline for his return has been provided, pending further evaluation by Real Madrid's medical staff.
Courtois had played every minute of Belgium's World Cup campaign prior to the injury. Real Madrid, who begin their season in August, have not yet commented on the severity of the injury or potential replacements.
