FIFA World Cup | Courtois Calls Spain Favourites Ahead of Belgium Quarterfinal Clash

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has admitted Spain are the favourites ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal clash, comparing the challenge to facing Brazil in the 2018 World Cup. Belgium reached the last eight after dramatic wins over Senegal and the United States, while Spain eliminated Uruguay, Austria and Portugal to book their place. The winner will take on France in the World Cup semifinals.