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Predicting Mexico's WC roster: Ochoa in, will Vargas make the cut?

GOAL makes its predictions for Mexico's World Cup squad as Javier Aguirre weighs Ochoa's history chase, rising stars, injury concerns and late roster battles.

'He's going to be proud' - Jimenez on grief and World Cup hope

GOAL sat down to talk with the Mexico striker to discuss his journey, the challenges he's faced, and what's motivating him at this year's World Cup.

Mexico are delivering impressive results: Are they back?

Two draws against good opponents might not look wonderful, but the quality of performances from Mexico will give Javier Aguirre plenty of hope ahead of the World Cup

Mexico turn back to the past at the worst possible moment

Mexico have been forced to turn to old heads and backups ahead of a pair of crucial friendlies, and the results could be dire for a side with big expectations

Jimenez ranks himself above Messi, CR7 & Kane in key area

The debate over who is the greatest player of all time usually begins and ends with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, but Fulham striker Raul Jimenez believes there is one specific department where he stands head and shoulders above the legendary duo. The Mexico international has established himself as one of the most reliable figures in world football from the penalty spot, and he isn’t afraid to let the world know about his clinical edge when the pressure is at its highest, also ranking himself above Harry Kane.

Tudor labels Fulham star a 'cheat' after Spurs' latest defeat

Tottenham boss Igor Tudor labelled Fulham star Raul Jimenez a "cheat" after seeing his side slump to their second London derby loss in the space of a week. Spurs followed up their 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Arsenal with a 2-1 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, and although Tudor acknowledged his players had underperformed again, he was also unhappy with the standard of refereeing.

Report: América want to bring Jiménez back after the World Cup

Club América are exploring a potential move to bring Fulham striker Raúl Jiménez back to the club after the 2026 World Cup, sources say. While midfield reinforcements remain the short-term priority, the veteran forward is emerging as a longer-term target. Jiménez started his career with the club and scored 36 goals in 96 league appearances for the club between 2011 and 2014.

CONCACAF 2025 rank: Pulisic, David battle Mexico's title winners

GOAL ranks the five best players across CONCACAF after a standout 2025.

Fulham v Nottingham Forest - Premier League

El Tri Abroad: Jiménez ices win for Fulham, Ochoa struggles

GOAL reviews the standout performances of El Tri players in a year-end stretch marked by injuries for Mexican footballers abroad.

Aubrey Modiba, Ronwen Williams, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

English Premier League star relieved after getting Bafana in World Cup Group A - 'It would have been worse'

In what is expected to be a nostalgic reunion, South Africa and Mexico will meet to relive the emotional moments experienced in 2010. Bafana and El Tri met in the opening game then, and although the North Americans fought back to earn a draw, the noise that followed the goal scored by Siphiwe Tshabalala still rings in the ears of the many African football fans. It was not only a classic long-range strike, but it was also the first World Cup goal scored on African soil.

Mexico v Uruguay - International Friendly

Jiménez blasts Torreón crowd following boos toward El Tri

Raúl Jiménez did not hold back after Mexico’s scoreless draw with Uruguay, calling out the Torreón crowd for repeatedly booing goalkeeper Raúl “Tala” Rangel and the rest of the squad. The Fulham striker said the atmosphere left the team “sad,” underscoring the growing disconnect between El Tri and its supporters.

Mexico v South Korea - International Friendly

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