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Thibaut Courtois joined Real Madrid from Chelsea in August 2018 Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says he will not play for the Belgium national team while Domenico Tedesco remains as manager. Courtois missed much of last season with two knee injuries and was left out of Belgium's Euro 2024 squad, despite returning to fitness and starting in the Champions League final for Madrid. The 32-year-old, who has won 102 caps, had a falling out with Tedesco in June 2023 after leaving the Belgium squad before their Euro 2024 qualifier with Estonia. "Unfortunately, following the events with the coach and after much reflection, I have decided not to return to the Belgian national team under his management, " former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid keeper Courtois wrote on Instagram. , external "In this matter, I accept my share of responsibility. However, looking forward, my lack of confidence in him would not contribute to maintaining the necessary atmosphere of cordiality. "The [Belgium] federation, with whom I have had several discussions, accepts my position and the reasons that led me to this painful but coherent decision. "I regret possibly disappointing some fans, but I am convinced that this is the best course of action for Belgium, as it closes a debate and allows the team to focus on pursuing its goals. " The Red Devils were knocked out of Euro 2024 by France in the last 16, with Al-Qadsiah goalkeeper Koen Casteels starting all four of their games. 'Anything can happen' - 42 players, but do Chelsea have a plan? Arsenal agree deal in principle to sign Merino Ingebrigtsen beats Olympic champion Hocker in rematch A tense thriller starring Jenna Coleman Beneath the tranquillity of her home town, a detective untangles a dark web of secrets A high-impact investigation from our award winning team Behind perfectly curated posts, a story of witchcraft, exploitation and human trafficking unfolds Go behind the screen with Inside Cinema From the dolly zoom to British baddies, explore short films taking you to the heart of the movies Messy, tender comedy from Kyla Harris Tetraplegic artist Freya asks her chaotic best friend Jo to be her carer in her new home 'Anything can happen' - 42 players, but do Chelsea have a plan? Asher-Smith wins Diamond League 100m in season's best. Video Asher-Smith wins Diamond League 100m in season's best 'I've not been at level of world champion' - Norris 'Ridiculous! ' - Vu tops best shots from Women's Open first round. Video'Ridiculous! ' - Vu tops best shots from Women's Open first round GB athletes to follow in Paris Paralympics Brook and Smith put England in control at Old Trafford. Video Brook and Smith put England in control at Old Trafford 'We don't have to choose between babies and football' 'It's a horrible ball' - Wood dismisses Mendis with 93mph delivery. Video'It's a horrible ball' - Wood dismisses Mendis with 93mph delivery 'Don't be sorry, smile' - Eriksson in new film What has happened to Saudi Pro League's big spending? Would Gundogan returning to Man City make sense? Video Would Gundogan returning to Man City make sense? A new Champions League era - all you need to know. Video A new Champions League era - all you need to know Why Felix to Chelsea ‘doesn’t make sense’ Video Why Felix to Chelsea ‘doesn’t make sense’ PFL turns to boxing's blueprint – gimmick or genius? 'Shock & despair' - how Southport FC helped a town in mourning East v West - Germany's drug-fuelled Cold War for medals The countdown is on. .. Who could be on the move? Weekly football quiz: Who assisted Mbappe? © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.