In a light-hearted moment following the UEFA Super Cup final, Belgian football stars Charles De Ketelaere and Thibaut Courtois shared a laugh near the player dressing rooms. The pair, who have played together for Belgium on numerous occasions, exchanged playful comments about Courtois’ stunning save during the match.
Courtois was instrumental in Real Madrid’s victory, showcasing his goalkeeper prowess when he brilliantly denied a powerful header from Atalanta’s Mario Pasalic early in the second half. It was a crucial moment in the game; had the ball found the back of the net, it could have shifted the momentum in favor of Atalanta. The save certainly turned out to be one of the defining moments, acting as a key ‘game-changer’ for Los Blancos.
After the final whistle, the two players enjoyed a brief chat filled with smiles and friendly banter, reminiscent of their camaraderie on and off the pitch. Following their conversation, they each boarded their respective team buses, probably with De Ketelaere teasing Courtois about his heroic intervention. In football, as they know well, it’s often the little moments that can make a significant impact in a match.