Raúl Jiménez scores first World Cup goal against South Africa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Raúl Jiménez scored his first-ever World Cup goal, contributing to Mexico's performance against South Africa at Estadio Azteca. This moment is particularly significant as Jiménez overcame a severe skull fracture six years ago that sidelined him for nine months. His achievement marks him as the second-highest scorer in Mexico’s national team history, trailing only Javier Hernández. The match is currently ongoing, with fans hopeful for more goals from Jiménez.
- •Jiménez scored in a World Cup match on June 12, 2026.
- •He overcame a life-threatening injury sustained six years ago.
- •This goal enhances his ranking as Mexico’s second-highest scorer.
- •The match takes place at Estadio Azteca in front of a packed crowd.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — 😢 More than a goal! Raúl Jiménez's big moment against South Africa
"Six years ago, Raúl suffered a terrifying skull fracture after a brutal collision that put his life in danger. The Club América academy product had to spend around nine months completely sidelined, ...
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