RAUL JIMENEZ NEWS

First-minute goal helps Bournemouth beat Fulham in the Premier League

Bournemouth has moved into eighth place in the Premier League after beating Fulham 1-0

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mexico beats Panama 2-1 to win first Concacaf Nations League title

Raúl Jiménez scored his second goal on a penalty kick, and Mexico beat Panama 2-1 to win the Concacaf Nations League tournament for the firs...

MARCH 24

Mexico beats Panama 2-1 to win CONCACAF Nations League title on late penalty from Raúl Jiménez

Raúl Jiménez scored his second goal on a penalty kick in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Mexico beat Panama 2-1 to win the CONCACAF Nations League tournament fo...

MARCH 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raúl Jiménez's brace sends Mexico past Canada 2-0, into the CONCACAF Nations League final vs Panama

Raúl Jiménez scored in the opening minute and again in the 75th, lifting Mexico into the CONCACAF Nations League final with a 2-0 victory over Canada

MARCH 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in loss Jimenez scored Fulham's lone goal in a 2-1 loss to Brighton & Hove Albion Saturday.

Impact Jimenez was subbed off early despite Fulham having a week off, so maybe there's some concern about a potential injury for the striker. He should be fit for the Tottenham clash next Sunday, and Spurs have allowed at least one goal in each of their last three matches heading into their Sunday match against Bournemouth.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assists game-winning goal Jimenez assisted once to go with seven shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Jimenez flicked on a corner kick in the second half to assist Fulham's second and decisive goal in their 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. The striker led the attack with seven shots attempted (three on goal) during his 76 minutes of play. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Jimenez has peppered the net with 21 shots (five on goal) while scoring once and assisting once.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one from six shots Jimenez scored one goal to go with six shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Newcastle United.

Impact Jimenez scored the equalising goal for his side in the 61st minute to bring the match back to 1-1. This was his first goal in his last four matches, coming from six shots. This was the second time this year he has attempted six shots, but he only put one, which was the goal, on target.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in Sunday's draw Jimenez scored two goals to go with six shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Ipswich Town.

Impact Jimenez scored a brace Sunday, a pair of penalty goals including a high pressure situation where he tied the match in stoppage time of the second half. He took a season-high six shots, putting three on target for the second time this season. He also won one tackle and made one clearance as he played the full 90 minutes for just the second time this season.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Goal in draw with Cherries Jimenez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Raul was lively as Fulham's lead striker Sunday. He engaged in 16 duels, winning seven, scored a fine goal from one of the two attempts he made on target and had another effort blocked. He was subbed after 68 minutes. This was the Mexican's sixth goal making him the club's top scorer season to date. It had been four matches since he last found the net.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal Jimenez scored the game's first goal in Fulham's 1-1 draw with Arsenal Sunday.

Impact After playing off the bench in the last match, Jimenez logged 79 minutes and converted his lone shot into a goal. He'll have a hard time scoring next Saturday against Liverpool, as the side has allowed just 11 goals in league play this season.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal Jimenez scored the game's first goal in Fulham's 1-1 draw with Arsenal Sunday.

Impact After playing off the bench in the last match, Jimenez logged 79 minutes and converted his lone shot into a goal. He'll have a hard time scoring next Saturday against Liverpool, as the side has allowed just 11 goals in league play this season.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw Jimenez generated four shots (two on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Jimenez took four shots Sunday, his fifth time this season with four or more shots and his first since Oct. 26. He also recorded a season-high three crosses and won one tackle before he was subbed off in the 78th minute for Rodrigo Muniz.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal Jimenez assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Jimenez picked the pocket of a Crystal Palace defender at midfield Saturday and sent his teammate through on goal to opening the scoring in Fulham's 2-0 victory. In addition to his assist, Jimenez contributed one tackle (one won) and an interception to the team's clean sheet effort. Through 11 Premier League appearances (eight starts), the veteran a forward has scored four goals and assisted twice.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in draw Jimenez had four shots (one on target), created three chances and suffered two fouls during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Everton.

Impact Jimenez couldn't extend his streak of games appearing on the scoresheet but it wasn't for lack of trying as he paced his team in shots attempted while also creating multiple chances for teammates. Since the striker took over as a starter, this was the first game he couldn't either score or assist so expect him to keep being a great fantasy pickup for upcoming matches.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Score lone Fulham goal Jimenez scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Aston Villa.

Impact Jimenez now had four goals with one assist in the last five matches, recording 18 shots (nine on target) in that span. He is just three goals away from matching is total from 2023/24 as he averages about 2.3 shots per game.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up issue Jimenez is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Marco Silva. "Mixed feelings on the break, some players were able to keep momentum, play minutes and...

Impact Jimenez picked up an issue while on international duty and is now in doubt for Saturday's match. The striker has started four matches in a row, and has scored or assisted in all four of them. If he's ruled out, it would likely bring Rodrigo Muniz into the starting XI to lead the line.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT loses 2-0 in Mexico as seven-game unbeaten streak against El Tri ends

Mauricio Pochettino suffered his first loss as U.S. coach as Mexico beat the Americans in Tuesday’s friendly in Guadalajara, snapping El Tri...

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Assists Saturday Jimenez assisted once to go with five shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Manchester City.

Impact Jimenez earned an assist against City, finding Andreas Pereira in the 26th minute for the opening goal of the match. This marks his first assist of the season, now having four goal contributions. He has started in their last four matches, notching a goal contribution in each of those contests.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Guillermo Ochoa, Raul Jiménez called up by Mexico for friendlies against USMNT and Valencia

Veteran players Guillermo Ochoa and Raul Jiménez will return to the Mexican national team as both have been called up by coach Javier Aguirr...

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Converts PK in win Jimenez scored a penalty goal and had three shots (two on target) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Jimenez just can't stop scoring since getting back to the starting XI. In the 51st minute, the striker showed poise from the penalty spot to beat the goalkeeper for what ended up being the game-winner for Fulham. That's now three consecutive matches with a goal for Jimenez, who now looks to have his spot in the lineup locked up.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Newcastle United Jimenez scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Newcastle United.

Impact Jimenez opened the scoring in the 5th minute, assisted by a familiar face, Adama Traore. Despite missing good chances in the 14th and 28th minutes to extend Fulham's lead, Jimenez also contributed defensively with two tackles. He has now scored in both games he has started this season and will aim to maintain this strong form.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first season start Jimenez scored a goal off two shots (both on target) and created two chances during Saturday's 1-1 draw against West Ham.

Impact Jimenez had his first start of the campaign and made most of the chance by slotting home a pass from the left side of the box and open the scoring for his team in the 24th minute. After opening his account for the year, the striker will hope to have an edge over Rodrigo Muniz to see who's gonna be in the lineup for upcoming games.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mexico arrives at Copa América with new faces, looking for a fresh start

With a renewed cast, Mexico will arrive at the Copa América looking for a fresh start after disappointing in the last World Cup.

JUNE 14, 2024

Scores brace in season finale Jiminez scored two goals in Sunday's win at Luton Town, bringing him up to seven in 24 appearances (18 starts) this past season.

Impact Jiminez's brace on the final day of the season brought his season total up to seven goals, his most in a Premier League season since he scored 17 with Wolves in the 2019-2020 campaign. It was still a disappointing season for him though since he missed chunks of the season with injuries, as he started just three Premier League matches in 2024. Injuries have defined his career ever since his brutal skull fracture in 2020, but he is clearly a very productive striker when he is healthy.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE