9 Raúl Jiménez
Raúl Jiménez, 1991-05-05, Forward for Mexico, plays for Fulham. 95 international caps, 33 goals. Part of Mexico's 2026 World Cup Group A squad.
Biography
Fulham striker and one of Mexico's greatest modern forwards. Currently plying his trade at Fulham, a clinical forward, Raúl Jiménez possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Mexico's primary attacking threat. Has earned 95 international caps, scoring 33 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Born in 1991, the 35-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 17 previous tournament appearances.
Career Timeline
A full international since 2013, Jiménez has represented his country at three FIFA World Cups (2014, 2018 and 2022), three CONCACAF Gold Cups (2013, 2019 and 2025, winning the latter two), two FIFA Confederations Cups (2013 and 2017), and two Copa América tournaments (2015 and 2016).
In June 2018, Jiménez joined Wolverhampton Wanderers on loan, and was the team's top scorer with 17 goals across all competitions.
He won his first championship with América in 2013, winning the Clausura tournament, and was the team's second-highest goalscorer.
Jiménez was a part of the Mexico under-23 squad that won the gold medal at the Summer Olympics in 2012.
Jiménez began his career in Club América's youth system before debuting in the first division in October 2011.