Yesterday, Thibaut Courtois delivered a standout performance, helping Real Madrid secure their first win of the new Champions League campaign against Stuttgart. His display earned him high praise, especially from legendary Spanish goalkeeper Santiago Cañizares, who did not hold back in his admiration for the Belgian star.

Speaking on Movistar+, Cañizares declared, “Courtois is the best of all.” He went further, comparing Courtois to football icons: "There was a time when we said, there’s Messi and then the rest, or there’s Maradona... well, this is similar. Courtois is the Maradona, the Messi, the Cristiano of goalkeeping." He emphasized that Courtois consistently outperforms other goalkeepers, saying, "He’s much better than the rest, and he’s there every day."

Cañizares also highlighted how Courtois’ extraordinary saves have become a regular part of football. “We’ve grown accustomed to seeing saves from him that we would marvel at from other goalkeepers. That’s the greatness of, for me, the best goalkeeper I’ve ever seen play.” When asked if Courtois is the best in history, Cañizares responded without hesitation: “Without a doubt.”

These comments align with those of Carlo Ancelotti, who, when asked about Courtois’ standing, echoed the sentiment: "I can make a list, but right now, Thibaut is the best in the world."

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