Courtois emphasized the importance of self-belief and professionalism, stating, “Fighting adversity isn’t easy, you have to be confident and believe in yourself. It’s important to be a professional when it comes to work. Many will remember you for your football career, but many others will remember you for the way you conduct yourself on a day-to-day basis.”
Reflecting on his personal experiences, Courtois discussed the lessons he learned from injury. “Above all, you have to be positive. In August I cried because the worst thing that can happen to you in football is the cruciate. When I got home I said I was going to work hard and come back strong. That was my idea from the beginning: stay positive, fight and never give up, find your limits. Many thought my season was over, but I knew it wasn’t.”
Chus Mateo, alongside Courtois, shared insights and experiences that provided inspiration to the students. The event highlighted the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and the determination to overcome challenges, both on and off the field.
White Week at the Universidad Europea Real Madrid Graduate School is designed to offer students unique opportunities to engage with professionals from various fields, gaining insights and motivation to excel in their careers. Courtois and Mateo’s participation underscored the event’s objective of fostering resilience, professionalism, and continuous personal growth.
