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Courtois injured, future uncertain after Belgium loss

Overview

In the World Cup quarter‑final on 10 July 2026 at SoFi Stadium, Belgium fell 2‑1 to Spain. Captain Youri Tielemans withdrew in the pre‑match warm‑up with a muscle injury and was replaced by Hans Vanaken, leaving Kevin De Bruyne as captain. Spain took the lead through Fabian Ruiz (30’); Belgium equalised via Charles De Ketelaere (41’). In the second half goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois suffered a left‑thigh injury in the 71st minute, left the pitch in tears and was replaced by 24‑year‑old Manchester United backup Sen Lammens. Courtois later told reporters he wanted to continue but the coach insisted on a fully fit player and said he may take a break from international duty. Six minutes later Lammens mishandled a long‑range shot from Pau Cubarsí, allowing Mikel Merino to score the decisive goal. The defeat eliminated Belgium and prompted speculation that this may be Courtois’s final tournament. Lammens, making only his third senior appearance, had been voted the best new signing in England and honours basketball legend Kobe Bryant with the numbers 8 and 24 on his gloves. Spain advanced to a semi‑final against France, and the match marked the first time Spain had conceded a World Cup goal since the tournament began.

Timeline

  1. about 3 hours ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Belgian keeper Senne Lammens’ mistake knocks Belgium out of World Cup 2026

    Manchester United’s Senne Lammens replaced injured Courtois in the 2026 World Cup quarter‑final, miscontrolled a rebound and conceded the winning goal as Spain beat Belgium 2‑1.

  2. about 17 hours ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    King Philippe Boosts Belgian Team Ahead of World Cup Quarter‑Final vs Spain

    King Philippe visited Belgium’s World Cup squad in Los Angeles, giving a morale‑boosting speech before their quarter‑final against unbeaten Spain.

  3. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 40 sources
    Belgium goalkeeper Courtois exits injured as Spain wins quarter‑final

    Courtois left the Belgium‑Spain quarter‑final with a thigh injury, was replaced by Lammens whose error led to Merino’s winning goal; Belgium also missed Tielemans, and Spain advanced 2‑1.

  4. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Thibaut Courtois says he hopes to retire at Real Madrid

    Belgian keeper Thibaut Courtois says he hopes to retire at Real Madrid, noting the decision depends on the club, while his athletic Belgian parents have long supported his career.

  5. 21 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Thibaut Courtois says he will finish his career at Real Madrid, not return to Belgium

    Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, 34, vows to finish his career at Real Madrid, dismisses a playing return to Genk, and cues his possible final World Cup with Belgium.

  6. 28 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Thibaut Courtois signals possible retirement from Belgium after 2026 World Cup

    Thibaut Courtois says he may retire from Belgium after the 2026 World Cup, pending his health and the tournament’s outcome, while confirming readiness for the opening match against Egypt.

  7. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Thibaut Courtois mulls Belgium retirement after World Cup, eyes Real Madrid future with Mourinho

    Thibaut Courtois says he will likely retire from Belgium after the World Cup to focus on Real Madrid, and discusses his past clash and current rapport with new coach José Mourinho.

  8. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Thibaut Courtois on Real Madrid contract, future successor and Mourinho’s direct style

    Courtois said Real Madrid offers only one‑year extensions after 30, is relaxed about his 2027 deal but sees the need for a successor, praised Mourinho’s direct style, recalled their Chelsea days, and hinted at退

  9. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Thibaut Courtois hints at possible Belgium retirement after World Cup

    Thibaut Courtois, 34, says he may retire from Belgium after the 2026 World Cup, urging a new generation to take over as the team prepares for its opening match in Seattle.

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