"Thibaut knows his body better than anyone. That was clear from the start. He has just come back on the pitch and playing every three or four days in a big tournament is difficult. We took that information into account and decided that Courtois was not ready for the Euro," Tedesco said, according to RTBF.
The 2024 European Championship will be held in Germany. The tournament will run from 14 June to 14 July. The teams that finish in the top two places in the group stage, as well as the four best third-placed teams, will qualify for the round of 2024. The knockout matches of the tournament will be played according to the Olympic knockout system, with the eliminated teams eliminated from the competition. The Belgian national team will begin its journey at Euro XNUMX in Group E, which also includes Slovakia, Romania and Ukraine.
The European Championship is one of the most anticipated sporting events in the world and the 2024 edition promises to be an exciting one. The tournament will bring together the best national teams from across the continent, each vying for the prestigious title of European Champion.
One of the main issues at stake in the tournament will be the performance of the Belgian national team. Led by their star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, Belgium has long been considered one of the favourites to lift the trophy. However, as Tedesco's quote suggests, Courtois may not be fully fit for the tournament, which could be a major blow to Belgium's chances.
Courtois has been a key part of the Belgian team for several years, and his absence would be a serious setback. The 32-year-old goalkeeper is widely regarded as one of the best in the world, and his leadership and experience have been vital to Belgium's success at recent major tournaments.
Despite the potential absence of Courtois, Belgium will still be a formidable opponent. The team is packed with talent, with the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard capable of leading the charge. Furthermore, the Belgian team have shown great resilience and determination in the past and will be keen to prove their worth on the biggest stage.
The other teams in the Belgian group, Slovakia, Romania and Ukraine, will also be looking to make their mark on the tournament. Each of these nations has their own strengths and weaknesses, and the group stage matches promise to be very competitive.
As the 2024 European Championship approaches, all eyes will be on the teams and players who will be vying for the coveted trophy. With Courtois' fitness uncertain, the Belgian team will face an uphill battle, but their talented squad and fighting spirit could still see them emerge victorious.
