Anything new in the Thibaut Courtois saga? In a final interview, the Real Madrid goalkeeper declared… wanting to play the 2026 World Cup with the Devils! Lately, he had already talked a lot about the national team.
It’s hard to say if this has anything to do with the uncertainty surrounding Domenico Tedesco’s position. Thibaut Courtois has made it known that he no longer wants to play under the orders of this coach, who should no longer lead the Devils in 2025. This could possibly open the door to a return.
The Real Madrid goalkeeper was recently asked about it at the Globe Soccer Awards. He then declared that it was an honor to play for Belgium, without going any further. In the meantime, Courtois gave an interview to the American television channel CNN. Journalist Amanda Davies asked him directly about the national team.
Courtois still hopes to play for the Red Devils
“In a way, yes, I would still like to play with the Devils,” surprised Thibaut Courtois. “I’ve always been proud to be able to play for my country. But well, we’ll see. It’s hard to say. The team also continued without me and I don’t know how it will go in the months or so. coming year.” An answer that didn’t reveal much.
Then, Real Madrid’s last defense went a little further. “I hope at least to have a decent farewell. Of course, it would be great to play in the World Cup. That’s kind of my goal,” he added suddenly. “We’ll see what happens.”
This is the first time that Courtois has publicly expressed his hope of participating in the World Cup in such a categorical manner. But as previously mentioned, this would mean that the Belgian Football Union would have to appoint a new coach.
