Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has defended his ability with the ball at his feet.

The Belgian's passing has been questioned in Spain, but he insists it shouldn't be a concern.

After Saturday's 0-0 draw with Atletico Madrid, Courtois told : "I'm not bad with my feet, I may not be among the best, but I'm certainly not bad either, I dare to play with my feet.

"The last play (Nikola) Kalinic put pressure on, (Raphael) Varane passed it to my right (he is left-handed). Many goalkeepers would have cleared that ball.

"Sometimes I give a bad ball, yes, but I know more goalkeepers who are, so to speak, phenomenal with their feet, but making more mistakes than I.

"I'm just doing what I have to do, and that's the most important thing."