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Courtois reflects on Belgium's Golden Generation after World Cup exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 1:37 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Courtois reflects on Belgium's Golden Generation after World Cup exit

Summary

Belgium's World Cup journey concluded with a 2-1 defeat to Spain in the quarter-finals, as Thibaut Courtois expressed pride in the team's 'Golden Generation.' The squad, featuring stars like Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, faces criticism for not winning major titles, despite a strong tournament history. Courtois highlighted the team's achievements, such as a third-place finish in 2018, and optimism for future talent emerging from Belgium's youth academies. The goalkeeper remains hopeful for the team's prospects in upcoming competitions.

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By the Numbers

•Belgium lost 2-1 to Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals.
•Courtois expressed pride in Belgium's tournament achievements.
•The team has not won a major title despite high FIFA rankings.
•Courtois believes new talent is emerging from youth academies.
•Key players include Courtois, De Bruyne, and Lukaku.

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1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Courtois 'proud' as sun sets on Belgium's 'Golden Generation'

What they're saying

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Thibaut Courtois said he was proud of Belgium's fabled "Golden Generation" on Friday as their final shot at winning a major title ended in a World Cup quarter-final defeat to Spain."To be a golden generation you have to win some gold and then you can be called that," one commentator has said of the Red Devils.
— Yahoo Sports

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