Mexico Wins Historic First CONCACAF Nations League Title Over Panama

Raúl Jiménez played a pivotal role in Mexico's triumph at the 2025 CONCACAF Nations League, scoring both goals in a 2-1 victory over Panama at SoFi Stadium. The match saw Jiménez open the scoring early with a header, but Panama equalized just before halftime with a penalty kick from Adalberto Carrasquilla. In a dramatic finish, Jiménez converted a second penalty in stoppage time to secure Mexico's first Nations League title, marking a significant comeback for the national team after recent struggles. This victory not only ended the USA's three-year reign as champions but also highlighted Jiménez's resurgence following a career-threatening head injury. His two goals in the final brought his total to five in the tournament, making him the highest-scoring player in this edition. The win sparked jubilant celebrations among Mexican fans, signaling a hopeful future for El Tri as they aim to regain their stature in international soccer.