Belgium’s World Cup quarter-final against Spain ends with an injury scare and a decisive moment involving the replacement goalkeeper. Thibaut Courtois is injured during the match, clutching his thigh and receiving treatment on the pitch. He briefly tries to continue, but pain persists and he is forced off before walking to the touchline in visible distress, including reportedly breaking down in tears. Belgium then introduce Senne Lammens to replace Courtois. Accounts from multiple outlets say Courtois’s substitution comes after the goalkeeper is unable to shake off the issue despite treatment and an attempt to return. While Belgium also face the match’s sporting outcome, the injury becomes part of the broader turning point described by the reports: Lammens later makes an error that contributes to Spain’s winning goal, and Spain advance. Several sources note Belgium and Courtois’ camp await further medical assessment to determine the extent of the thigh injury and the expected recovery timeline, with some commentary also highlighting uncertainty around his immediate future for Belgium.