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Raúl Jiménez

Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a striker.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a striker. He has played for clubs including Club América, Atlético Madrid, Benfica, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Fulham, and has represented the Mexico national team since 2013. Jiménez began his professional career with Club América in 2011 and later became a key forward for Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Club career

Jiménez developed at Club América and made his professional debut there in 2011. He joined Atlético Madrid in 2014 before moving to Benfica, where he won domestic honours. He signed for Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2018 and became one of the club’s key forwards. He later played for Fulham and returned to Wolves in 2026.

International career

Jiménez made his Mexico debut in 2013 and has become one of the national team’s leading forwards. Fulham’s profile notes that he has represented Mexico more than 120 times and scored more than 40 international goals.

Playing style

He is primarily a centre-forward or striker and is right-footed. Player profiles list him as a forward with a strong goal-scoring record at club and international level.

Honours and achievements

Sources describe him as an Olympic gold medallist and a multiple-time winner with Mexico in regional competitions. His club career also includes league success with Benfica and a prolific spell at Wolves.

Key facts

  • Jiménez began his professional career with Club América in 2011.
  • He joined Atlético Madrid in 2014 before moving to Benfica, where he won domestic honours.
  • He signed for Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2018 and became one of the club’s key forwards.
  • He later played for Fulham and returned to Wolves in 2026.
  • He has been a long-time Mexico international and has played in multiple World Cups.
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Canadian context

Raúl Jiménez is relevant to Canadian readers through CONCACAF competition, where Mexico regularly faces Canada, and through his profile as one of the region’s most recognized forwards.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Raúl Jiménez?
Raúl Jiménez is a Mexican professional football striker known for his club career in Mexico, Spain, Portugal and England, and for his long international career with Mexico.
When was Raúl Jiménez born?
He was born on 5 May 1991.
What position does Raúl Jiménez play?
He plays as a striker, also described as a forward or centre-forward.
Which clubs has Raúl Jiménez played for?
His senior career includes Club América, Atlético Madrid, Benfica, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Fulham.
Has Raúl Jiménez played for Mexico?
Yes. He made his international debut in 2013 and has earned more than 120 caps for Mexico.
What is Raúl Jiménez’s connection to Wolves?
He had a major spell at Wolverhampton Wanderers from 2018 to 2023 and re-signed with the club in 2026.

References

  1. Wikipedia (Spanish)https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ra%C3%BAl_Jim%C3%A9nez
    Supports: Full name, date and place of birth, early professional career, Atlético Madrid transfer.
  2. Premier Leaguehttps://www.premierleague.com/en/players/102057/raul-jimenez/overview
    Supports: Nationality, date of birth, position, and career statistics.
  3. Fulham FChttps://www.fulhamfc.com/players/raul-jimenez/
    Supports: Fulham signing, international debut, Mexico appearances, goals, and World Cup participation.
  4. Wolverhampton Wanderershttps://www.wolves.co.uk/teams/mens-first-team/raul-jimenez/
    Supports: Current club status in 2026, first spell at Wolves, appearances and goals, and return to the club.
  5. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/167060/raul-jimenez
    Supports: Player bio, position, nationality, and birth date.
  6. Transfermarkthttps://www.transfermarkt.us/raul-jimenez/profil/spieler/206040
    Supports: Full name, birthplace, height, position, current club history, and contract dates.