1 Thibaut Courtois
Thibaut Courtois, 1992-05-11, Goalkeeper for Belgium, plays for Real Madrid. 105 international caps, 0 goals. Part of Belgium's 2026 World Cup Group G squad.
Biography
Real Madrid goalkeeper and 2022 Champions League Final MVP. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, a commanding presence between the posts, Thibaut Courtois is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Has earned 105 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1992, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
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).
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.
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.
He returned to Chelsea in 2014 and won two Premier League titles and the EFL Cup.
Courtois made his senior international debut for Belgium in 2011 at age 19, becoming their youngest senior international goalkeeper.
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.