Raúl Jiménez

Analysis: Jimenez found the back of the net through a close-range header in the 67th minute of Thursday's clash, marking his first goal in World Cup action. The striker could have easily increased his scoring tally but was denied on a few opportunities, including a direct free kick. He notched his 46th international goal, tying Jared Borgetti as the second all-time leading scorer for the Mexican national team. Following the announcement of his return to Wolverhampton from Fulham, the experienced attacker will continue to lead Mexico's front line for the remainder of the international tournament, featuring as a reliable finisher and one of the top penalty takers in the competition. He'll look to carry the momentum to a tougher challenge against South Korea.

Jun 9, 2026

Set for Wolverhampton return

Jimenez will rejoin his former club Wolverhampton in the English second division after his participation in the 2026 World Cup, the club announced Tuesday.

Analysis: Jimenez has signed a two-year deal with the club for which he previously stood out with 57 goals over 166 appearances in all competitions between 2018 and 2023. This move allows the striker to stay in Europe as he nears the final stages of his career, though not in the highest level of competition. During the 2025/26 campaign, he scored nine goals while adding three assists over 39 games (27 starts), considering EPL and FA Cup action, for Fulham. He's expected to lead Mexico's front line at his fourth World Cup, looking to further improve his position as the country's third-best all-time scorer with 45 goals on his previous 125 appearances.

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