The Mexican national team and football mourn the passing of Raul Jimenez's father
Raul Jimenez faces another tough test before a World Cup with the unfortunate passing of his father 91 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup
It seems that fate will continue to deal blows to Raul Jimenez before a World Cup, as four years ago he had to deal with the effects of a skull fracture in The setbacks of 2020 prevented him from arriving in top form for Qatar 2022, and now, ahead of the 2026 World Cup, the unfortunate passing of his father this Thursday. This news will undoubtedly shake the world of the so-called Mexican Wolf, especially since his death was the result of an illness suffered by the Fulham striker's father, which ultimately claimed the life of Mr. Raul Jimenez Vega this past Wednesday, March 11. Jimenez's father battled the illness stoically and remained close to the striker who emerged from Club America and later had a career in Europe with Atletico de Madrid, Benfica, Wolverhampton, and currently Fulham in the Premier League, where he has had an exceptional resurgence that has made him the starting striker for the Mexican national team for the World Cup. Mr. Jimenez Vega was one of the main driving forces behind his recovery after the skull fracture. in the collision with Brazilian David Luiz in the match between Wolverhampton and Arsenal in October 2020, which led to a series of physical problems for the striker in the lead-up to the 2022 Qatar World Cup. Jimenez arrived at that World Cup hampered by pubitis and was unable to perform at his best in the matches against Poland, Argentina, and Saudi Arabia, with the Mexican national team being eliminated in the first round. However, his father stood shoulder to shoulder, supporting him to ensure he was included in the World Cup squad when the entire Mexican media was certain he would be left out of Gerardo "Tata" Martino's squad. Four years later, at the peak of his career, the Mexican Wolf faces this difficult moment, which will undoubtedly be a blow to the Fulham striker's morale. It is hoped that it will not affect his performance, but rather, on the contrary,The memory of his father propels him to the greatest competition of his career. For now, Club America and the Mexican national team have published solemn messages of solidarity and support for one of the most important players to have emerged in Mexican soccer, who has gallantly defended the national jersey.

