Raul Jimenez wears headband during World Cup after serious injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Raul Jimenez is participating in the World Cup wearing a custom protective headband. The Mexican striker has donned this headgear since a skull fracture he sustained in November 2020 during a match against Arsenal. After medical attention for his near-fatal injury, including emergency neurosurgery, Jimenez made a remarkable recovery and returned to professional soccer. He has since shown impressive form with Fulham and the Mexico national team, recently contributing to their Gold Cup victory in 2025.
- •Jimenez suffered a skull fracture in a clash with David Luiz.
- •He underwent emergency surgery and spent eight months recovering.
- •He returned to play in August 2021 and scored 40 goals since.
- •He contributed to Mexico's Gold Cup win in 2025.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Why Mexico's Raul Jimenez wears a special headband during World Cup after life-threatening injury
"Here's a look at Raul Jimenez's headgear, as well as the special reason he wears it.
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