1-1: Courtois and Belgium draw against Egypt
The goalkeeper played all 90 minutes in his team's group G opener.
Thibaut Courtois started in the draw between Belgium and Egypt in the first matchday of group G of the World Cup, held in Seattle. Ashour put the Egyptian team ahead in the 20th minute, and twelve minutes later, Courtois prevented a 0-2 scoreline with a great save after a cross-shot by Ziko.
In the second half, the madridista goalkeeper made another fine save from a Salah header. In the 67th minute, Belgium leveled the match thanks to an own goal by Hany. Despite chances for both teams, the score remained unchanged. Belgium will face Iran on Sunday, June 21, in the second matchday.
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