Brugge was winning 0-2 in the Santiago Bernabeu when the referee ended the first half of the Champions League encounter. Two goals by striker Dennis had left Courtois visibly upset, harming not only his state of mind but also his physical shape.To the point where the Belgian goalkeeper had to be replaced by Areola.
According to the source, Courtois was visibly upset and angry after the first 45 minutes. Indeed, the source claims that the goalkeeper believes Real Madrid's bad shape in the Champions League is not exclusively his fault.
Zinedine Zidane's men have been heavily criticised for their poor performance on the European stage, and Courtois has often been named as one of the culprits. His performances have often failed to meet expectations this season, and against Brugge he also happened to be suffering stomach pains which forced him to be replaced for the second half.
After missing the second half and not playing at all against Granada, Courtois should be able to take his place in the starting line-up for Real Madrid against Leganes on the 30th of October.
Until then, Courtois has to mentally prepare for what undoubtedly becomes a new test in front of the Santiago Bernabeu crowds, an important date for fans to finally decide if they are with him, or against him.