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Courtois Becomes 3rd Most Capped Goalie at World Cup
1 Jul
Summary
- Courtois is now third in all-time World Cup goalkeeper appearances.
- He has played in four consecutive FIFA World Cups for Belgium.
- Courtois previously won the Golden Glove in 2018.
Thibaut Courtois has reached a significant milestone in his international career, now ranking as the third-highest goalkeeper in terms of appearances at the FIFA World Cup. This achievement places him among the most experienced goalkeepers in the tournament's history.
With 19 appearances, Courtois trails only Germany's Manuel Neuer and France's Hugo Lloris. The Real Madrid star has been Belgium's undisputed starting goalkeeper for four consecutive World Cups, beginning in Brazil in 2014.
His World Cup history includes helping Belgium secure third place in Russia in 2018, earning him the Golden Glove award. In Qatar 2022, he notably saved a penalty against Canada, the first by a Belgian goalkeeper since 1966.
Courtois surpassed Enzo Scifo's previous Belgian record of 17 World Cup appearances during the 2026 tournament. His consistent elite performances have cemented his legacy as one of Belgium's greatest footballers and a decorated World Cup goalkeeper.
