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

Mexico's Raul Jimenez, second from left, celebrates with teammates after scoring against Canada during the first half of a CONCACAF Nations League semifinal soccer match Thursday, March 20, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif.

Mexico's Raul Jimenez, second from left, celebrates with teammates after scoring against Canada during the first half of a CONCACAF Nations League semifinal soccer match Thursday, March 20, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)


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INGLEWOOD, Calif. — 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. The 33-year-old Fulham striker scored his 36th and 37th international goals to thrill a stadium packed with fans of El Tri, which is welcomed as the home team whenever it plays in Southern California. Mexico will face Panama on Sunday night at SoFi Stadium for the chance to become the first winner of this tournament other than the host U.S.

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