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Mexican striker Raúl Jiménez broke down in tears after scoring his first World Cup goal at age 35, four years after a life-threatening skull fracture nearly ended his career. The emotional moment came months after losing his father, making it a tribute to resilience and the power of second chances.
Mexico striker Raul Jimenez scored an emotional World Cup goal at Azteca Stadium, just six years after a fractured skull nearly ended his career. The 35-year-old broke down in tears after heading in his country's second goal in front of 80,000 fans in the tournament's opening match.
Six years after a devastating head injury that nearly ended his life, striker Raúl Jiménez scored for Mexico at the 2026 World Cup on home soil. The 35-year-old's emotional celebration reminded fans how far he's come from a fractured skull and brain bleed.
Mexico clinched a spot in the World Cup Round of 32 with a thrilling 1-0 victory over South Korea, highlighted by goalkeeper Raúl Rangel's miracle double-save that secured the win. The victory sets up a home match at Mexico City Stadium on June 30.
Mexico launched the largest World Cup in history with a commanding 2-0 victory over South Africa at a stadium now hosting its third World Cup. The electric home crowd watched Julian Quinones score just nine minutes in, while veteran Raul Jimenez sealed the win with a header that sent 80,000 fans into celebration.
Mexico becomes the first nation to host the FIFA World Cup three times, with legendary goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa preparing for his sixth and final tournament appearance at age 40. The home crowd advantage could finally push El Tri past the quarterfinals for the first time since 1986.
A self-taught teenager from Kerala built his first robot at 12 and now advises governments while running his own AI company. His free online academy has reached over seven million students worldwide.
Cohost Mexico claimed their spot in the knockout rounds with a 1-0 victory over South Korea in front of a roaring Guadalajara crowd. The win guarantees Mexico stays home for their next match, keeping the dream alive on their own soil.
Co-hosts Mexico made history as the first team to punch their ticket to the World Cup knockout rounds with a thrilling 1-0 victory over South Korea. The win sent a packed Guadalajara Stadium into pandemonium and secured Mexico's place at the top of Group A.
Mexico secured their spot in the World Cup knockout rounds with a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Korea, becoming the first team to advance in the expanded 48-team tournament. The win marks a powerful comeback for a team that crashed out in the group stage just four years ago.
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A couple who arrived in LA with just 12 pesos revolutionized American dining by introducing soft tacos from a converted ice cream truck. Now their original restaurant has been declared a historic monument.
Team Standing Rock claimed victory at the Snow Polo World Cup in Switzerland, defeating Flexjet in a nail-biting final on a frozen lake. The tournament attracted 26,000 spectators to watch teams compete on one of winter's most unique sporting stages.
After their best avocado harvest ever, over 1,000 Mexican farmers celebrated by whipping up nearly 15,000 pounds of guacamole in just two and a half hours. The massive dip earned them a Guinness World Record and fed thousands at their annual festival.
A New Mexico jury ordered Meta to pay $375 million for exposing children to sexual exploitation and misleading the public. This marks the first time a U.S. state has defeated a major tech company at trial over child safety.
Mexico made history as the first nation to host three FIFA World Cups, defeating South Africa 2-0 in a joy-filled opening match at Mexico City's iconic Estadio Azteca. The victory brought decades of hope back to life for fans who've been waiting since 1986 for another chance at home glory.
In one of soccer's most dramatic finishes, Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a header in the 98th minute to secure his team's spot in the Champions League knockout rounds. The Ukrainian keeper's stunning goal capped a thrilling 4-2 victory over Real Madrid in Lisbon.
Mexican avocado growers celebrated a banner harvest by whipping up nearly 15,000 pounds of guacamole in just 2.5 hours, setting a new world record. The massive dip fed thousands at a festival honoring the region's thriving avocado industry.
After nearly 60 years of communist economic control, Cuba's government has approved sweeping reforms allowing private businesses, banks, and real estate development. The island nation is opening its doors to private enterprise in response to economic struggles that leaders admit aren't all caused by outside pressure.
Mexico's national team stormed to a 5-1 victory over Serbia just one week before hosting the World Cup's opening match. The win caps an undefeated 2026 for El Tri, who'll kick off the tournament next Thursday at Mexico City's legendary Estadio Azteca.
At just 22, Isaac del Toro has already become Mexico's most successful cyclist ever with 28 career wins. He's now headed to make history at his first Tour de France in July.
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