Published 15:42 IST, January 13th 2020
Real Madrid President Florentino Perez heaps praise on Super Copa hero Thibaut Courtois
Real Madrid President Florentino Perez stated that Courtois is the best keeper in the world and that he proved it on Sunday. Read more for detailed information.
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Real Mrid clinched Spanish Super Cup final after beating Atletico Mrid 4-1 on penalties. Both Mrid giants didn't make it to scoresheet throughout 90 minutes of match plus ditional time. Thibaut Courtois denied Thomas Partay's spot kick after Saul Niguez' shot met woodwork. Real Mrid skipper Sergio Ramos scored winning penalty as he sent Jan Oblak diving to opposite direction. Fede Valverde was named as 'Man of Match' as midfielder was impactful throughout match. 21-year-old also received a red card for making a decisive challenge on Morata, which changed course of match.
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Courtois wins it for Real Mrid in Spanish Super Cup final
Courtois was one of driving force for Los Blancos in Super Copa. He was proactive during entire 120 minutes played and fired some close shots. Courtois seemed to have found his mojo back after a terrible first season with Real Mrid. Real Mrid President Florenti Perez was full of praise for goalkeeper. Perez stated that Courtois is best keeper in world and his performance on Sunday showed why exactly he was. Courtois has mand to keep 4 clean sheets in last 5 games played.
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27-year-old keeper explained Marca on how he prepared to face Atletico Mrid, envisioning possibility of game going into penalties. Courtois stated that he examined ir previous penalties on bench along with coaching staff. Courtois revealed that he knew where Thomas was going to hit ball but Saul took him by surprise. "It was still difficult, as he hit it hard, but I am happy to make save."- Courtois said after saving Thomas Partay's penalty. But job is t yet done as Real Mrid will want Courtois to be in top form entire season to put his side in contention to win LaLiga as well.
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15:41 IST, January 13th 2020