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Thibaut Courtois Nominated for 2026 Goalkeeper of the Year

2026-09-08 · Thibaut Courtois · Player Focus

Thibaut Courtois has been nominated for the 2026 Goalkeeper of the Year award, the Yachine Trophy, at the upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony. This marks the fourth career nomination for the Real Madrid star, who previously won the prize in 2022.

How did Courtois earn his nomination?

Despite Real Madrid's failure to win a major trophy in the 2025/26 season, Courtois was a standout performer. He made 45 appearances across all competitions for Los Blancos, keeping 17 clean sheets. His form carried over to the international stage, where he was Belgium's first-choice goalkeeper during their run to the World Cup quarter-finals.

Who is Courtois competing against for the award?

The competition for the 2026 Yachine Trophy is fierce. Courtois is up against nine other nominees: Joan Garcia, Gregor Kobel, Emiliano Martinez, David Raya, Yassine Bounou, Vozinha, Edouard Mendy, Unai Simon, and Matvey Safonov. This list includes World Cup winners, Champions League contenders, and league champions from across Europe. Winning a second award would solidify Courtois's place among the very best goalkeepers of his generation, but he faces a serious challenge from this elite group.

  • Key Takeaways
  • Thibaut Courtois is a nominee for the 2026 Yachine Trophy, his fourth career nomination.
  • He kept 17 clean sheets in 45 games for Real Madrid last season.
  • He will compete against nine other top goalkeepers, including Emiliano Martinez and Gregor Kobel.
  • Courtois previously won the Goalkeeper of the Year award in 2022.

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