Raúl Jiménez prepares Mexico for World Cup clash against England
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Raúl Jiménez is set to lead Mexico against England in the World Cup round of 16 on July 5 at Estadio Azteca. Having played eight years in the Premier League, Jiménez offers tactical insights to his teammates, emphasizing confidence and home-field advantage. Mexico is one win away from reaching the quarterfinals for the first time since 1986, when they last hosted the World Cup. England's acclimatization to the high altitude in Mexico City might pose challenges as they aim to advance in the tournament.
- •Jiménez scored twice for Mexico during the tournament.
- •Mexico plays at high altitude, complicating England's preparations.
- •Mexico seeks their first quarterfinal appearance since 1986.
- •Jiménez has prior success against England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
- •Both teams are aiming for a decisive victory in the knockout stage.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — How Raúl Jiménez is leveraging his Premier League experience to help Mexico vs England
"Raúl Jiménez has spent the last eight years in the top flight of English club football. What advice does he have for his Mexico teammates?
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