web counter
LEXO PA REKLAMA!

SHKARKO APP

App Store
Google Play

Jimenez's touching story, scored in the opening match of the World Cup

2026-06-12 01:30:00, Sport CNA

Jimenez's touching story, scored in the opening match of the World Cup

Raul Jimenez was one of the protagonists of Mexico's 2-0 victory over South Africa in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup. The 35-year-old striker scored the second goal of the match, sealing his team's success.

For Mexico, it was the goal that secured the victory and the first three points in the tournament, but for Jimenez himself, this moment had even greater weight.

Just a few years ago, his career was in doubt after a serious injury on the pitch. In November 2020, during a Premier League match between Wolverhampton and Arsenal, Jimenez was involved in a violent clash with David Luiz. After the contact, the Mexican striker suffered a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain.

The player collapsed on the pitch and was rushed to hospital, where he underwent surgery. The injury was considered one of the most serious recorded in modern football, and for a long time there were serious questions about his return to action.

Jimenez's touching story, scored in the opening match of the World Cup

After the operation, a long rehabilitation period began. Jimenez was sidelined for nine months, undergoing a difficult recovery process. At the time, many specialists thought that a return to professional football would be extremely difficult. However, the striker continued the recovery program and managed to return to the field of play.

Since his return, he has been playing with a special head protector, which is used to protect the injured area. This element has become an integral part of his on-field appearance and accompanies every match played since the 2020 accident.

At 35, Jimenez continues to be a key part of the Mexican national team. The goal against South Africa was his first in a World Cup and a major moment in his career.





Lajmet e fundit nga