In a surprising turn of events, Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been ruled out of Euro 2024 following a fallout with the national team coach. Courtois, a key player for Real Madrid, was expected to make a strong comeback to the Belgian squad after overcoming significant injuries.
The 31-year-old shot-stopper faced a challenging 271-day period sidelined by a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee before the season even began last summer. Just as he was nearing the end of his recovery in March, Courtois suffered a setback with a similar issue in the internal meniscus of his other leg.
Despite these hurdles, Courtois managed to fully recover and regain his fitness in time for Belgium's Euro 2024 squad announcement. However, in a decisive move, the national team delivered a clear message that the seasoned goalkeeper would not be part of the tournament selection, leaving fans and analysts speculating about the reasons behind this exclusion.
Courtois' absence from the Euro 2024 lineup marks a significant development for both the Belgian national team and Real Madrid, highlighting the unpredictable nature of sports careers and the delicate dynamics between players and coaching staff.
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