World Cup: Why Raul Jimenez was emotional after scoring against South Africa - Thierry Henry - Daily Post Nigeria
Author: John Owen NwachukwuPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Mexico
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On June 11, 2026, Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the World Cup opener. Raul Jimenez, who scored, was emotional because it was his first World Cup after overcoming a skull fracture in 2020 and losing his father three months ago. Thierry Henry said on Fox that Jimenez was looking at the stands, thinking of his dad, who wasn't there to see him score.
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