Thibaut Courtois on rivalry with Andriy Lunin ahead of Champions League Final
In an interview with AS on Wednesday, Thibaut Courtois discussed his rivalry with Andriy Lunin ahead of Real Madrid’s Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund. Courtois hinted that recent comments from coach Carlo Ancelotti suggest he will be the starting goalkeeper for the final.
Lunin has performed admirably in Courtois’ absence, matching Dortmund’s Gregor Kobel for the most saves in the competition.
However, Courtois’ return has shifted the dynamic, with the Belgian playing four league matches and keeping four clean sheets.
Courtois praised the camaraderie among Real Madrid’s goalkeepers, including Lunin, Kepa Arrizabalaga, and Fran González.
He highlighted their mutual support during his injury and rehabilitation period. Courtois acknowledged the unique challenge for goalkeepers, noting Kepa’s crucial role from the bench in helping Lunin save Bernardo Silva’s penalty in the quarter-finals.
As the final approaches, Kepa is set to return to Chelsea after the match, and Lunin, currently dealing with the flu, remains uncertain about traveling to London. Furthera updates on Lunin’s condition are expected by Friday.
