Thibaut Courtois

Thibaut Courtois is a Belgian professional footballer who guards the net for Real Madrid and the Belgium National Team.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Thibaut Nicolas Marc Courtois was born on May 11, 1992, in Bree, Belgium. Standing at an imposing 2.00 m (6 ft 7 in), he possesses a commanding physical presence on the pitch.

His family has a background in volleyball, which likely contributed to his exceptional handling and diving ability.

Career

Courtois launched his professional journey with Genk, stepping onto the pitch for his debut at just 16 years old in 2009. He quickly secured his spot as the first-choice keeper, helping the team clinch the Belgian Pro League title. His rapid rise caught the eye of Chelsea, who signed him in 2011 before immediately sending him on loan to Atlético Madrid to gain experience.

During his three seasons in Spain, he flourished, adding a La Liga title, the Copa del Rey, and the Europa League trophy to his cabinet, while also reaching the Champions League final. He returned to London in 2014, taking over the starting role at Chelsea. During his tenure at Stamford Bridge, he lifted the Premier League trophy twice and won the EFL Cup.

In 2018, the Belgian star moved to Real Madrid in a historic transfer that made him the most expensive goalkeeper in La Liga history. Since arriving at the Bernabéu, he has continued his winning ways, securing multiple league titles and two UEFA Champions League victories.

Internationally, he first represented the senior Belgium squad in 2011, making history as the youngest goalkeeper to ever play for the nation. With over 100 caps to his name, he was instrumental during the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he received the Golden Glove award and helped the Red Devils achieve a historic third-place finish.

Team Honors

• 2010–2011 - Belgian Pro League, Genk
• 2011–2012 - UEFA Europa League, Atlético Madrid
• 2012–2013 - Copa del Rey, Atlético Madrid2013–2014 - La Liga, Atlético Madrid
• 2014–2015 - Premier League, Chelsea
• 2014–2015 - League Cup, Chelsea
• 2016–2017 - Premier League, Chelsea2018 - FIFA World Cup third place, Belgium
• 2019–2020 - La Liga, Real Madrid
• 2021–2022 - La Liga, Real Madrid
• 2021–2022 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid
• 2023–2024 - La Liga, Real Madrid
• 2023–2024 - UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid

Individual Honors

• 2013 - Ricardo Zamora Trophy
• 2014 - Ricardo Zamora Trophy
• 2017 - Premier League Golden Glove2018 - FIFA World Cup Golden Glove
• 2020 - Ricardo Zamora Trophy2022 - Yashin Trophy