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Courtois confirms full fitness ahead of Real Madrid return this week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 11:25 AM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Courtois confirms full fitness ahead of Real Madrid return this week

Summary

Thibaut Courtois announced that he has recovered from the thigh injury sustained during Belgium's World Cup quarter-final against Spain. The Real Madrid goalkeeper expressed confidence in his fitness, stating he feels no discomfort and is on track to resume training later this week. His injury was assessed as minor, allowing him to feel assured about his availability for the upcoming La Liga season. Courtois, who will take on a greater leadership role in the squad, is expected back at Valdebebas by the end of the week.

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•Courtois suffered a thigh injury on July 10 during a World Cup match.
•He reassured fans his injury was minor and recovery is complete.
•The goalkeeper will return to Real Madrid training later this week.
•Courtois is taking on a larger leadership role within the squad.

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11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Courtois eases injury concerns ahead of Real Madrid return: ‘Don’t feel any discomfort anymore’

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Thibaut Courtois has confirmed that the injury which forced him off during the FIFA World Cup is now behind him, insisting he will return to Real Madrid fully fit later this week.The veteran goalkeepe...
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