'He's going to be proud' - Mexico star Raul Jimenez on grieving his father, evolving as a person and the opportunity that comes with the World Cup

Overcoming Personal Challenges

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.

A New Chapter

The moment the ball hit the back of the net, Raul Jimenez fell to his knees and closed his eyes. He'd scored plenty of goals before, but this one was different. This was the first goal for a new version of himself, one that could never go back to being anything like the one that came before.

• Raul Jimenez discussed his personal journey and challenges
• The Mexico striker talked about evolving as a person
• World Cup opportunity is what's motivating him this year

'He's going to be proud' - Raul Jimenez

Evolving as a Person

Raul Jimenez also discussed grieving his father and how it has impacted his life and career.