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Thibaut Courtois used English fans' 'disrespect' as motivation for Champions League win

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Vinicius Junior scored the winning goal in the second half - but it was Courtois who stole the headlines with a breathtaking performance.And the Belgium ace believes it was the perfect response after claiming he doesn't get enough respect in the game.

Courtois left Chelsea to join Real in 2018 after winning two Premier League titles and an FA Cup - and believes conquering Europe has now completed his career.He said: "I said that when Madrid plays finals, they win.

I was on the good side of history. I saw a lot of tweets coming my way that I would get humbled - but it was the other way round."I needed to win a final for my career, for all the hard work and to put respect on my name, as I don't think I get enough respect, especially in England," he added on BT Sport. "I saw a lot of criticism even after a great season.

I am really proud of the team. We stuck to it and when I needed to be there I was there for the team."Some pundits, including former Liverpool striker Michael Owen, accused Real of being lucky in the Champions League this season following a run of late comebacks to keep their dream alive.But Courtois accused them of talking rubbish and he added: "We beat some of the best clubs of the world.

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