Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has confirmed he will not be available for Belgium's upcoming UEFA Nations League matches, telling Belgian newspaper HLN and broadcaster Sporza of his decision following a conversation with national team coach Mark van Bommel. The 34-year-old, who was in outstanding form during Real Madrid's 2–1 Champions League victory over Internazionale, said Van Bommel understood his reasoning. Courtois stressed he remains committed to Belgium's World Cup qualifying campaign and acknowledged he will need to compete for his place when those matches begin in March.