Saudi Arabiaand Mexico meet at Lusail Iconic Stadium for a Group C encounter. For the most shocking result of the tournament so far, look no further than Saudi Arabia’s 2-1 victory against Argentina in its first match. However, on Saturday, a 2-0 setback to Poland brought the Arabsback to reality.
Currently sitting third in Group B with three points after two games, Herve Renard’s squad can advance to the round of 16 with a win on matchday three, while even a draw would be sufficient. Meanwhile,Mexico’s World Cup campaign has gotten off to a rough start, with a 0-0 draw against Poland and a 2-0 loss to Argentina. El Tri still haven’t scored a tournament goal, and they are still hunting for their first victory.
Gerardo Martino’s squad is now in last place in their group and will be eliminated from the competition if they are unable to win their last group stage game.To advance to the next round, the Mexicansmust hope that Poland defeat Argentina and that they score at least three goals in the process, while Saudi Arabia must beat Mexico.
Why is Mexico’s Raul Jimenez starting on the bench againstSaudi Arabia?
To date in 2022-23, injuries have keptRaul Jimenezout of action for the larger portion of the season. Due to a torn medial collateral ligament in his knee, he missed the team’s early season games. The 31-year-old has not played for Wolverhampton since the team’s 0-0 stalemate against Bournemouth in August.
Jimenez made his 2022 World Cup debut over three months after his last Premier League game and less than a week after making his comeback via an international friendly. The Wolverhamptonattacker entered the Group Stage play against Poland in the 71st minute as a replacement, and he spent most of the match roaming the opposing half, hoping toscore for the first time since March.
Unfortunately for Raul Jimenez, he will once again have to sit on the bench to begin the game. It is expected that Rogelio Funes Moristarts at the top of the lineup,ahead of Henry Martin andRaul Jimenez.
