Raul Jimenez

Raul Jimenez, a 35-year-old forward for Mexico, is poised to be a significant figure in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This tournament, the largest in history, will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, featuring a record 48 teams. Jimenez, with previous World Cup experience, is part of the Mexican squad aiming to surpass their historical performance of reaching the last 16 in seven consecutive tournaments. Mexico's best World Cup finishes were in 1970 and 1986 when they reached the quarterfinals. As a veteran player, Jimenez's presence is crucial for El Tri's aspirations in this highly anticipated home tournament. His experience and skill are expected to be vital as Mexico looks to make a deeper run in the competition.