A Tough Turn for Raul Jimenez
David Luiz discusses his confrontation with Raúl Jiménez, stating that he endured numerous attacks from the Mexican player.
November 2020 saw a sobering moment for Mexican striker, Raul Jimenez. In a match against Arsenal, he collided with David Luiz, leaving him grappling with a skull fracture and sidelined for nine long months.
Since the fateful game, Luiz has become a target for Mexican fans, who were initially skeptical of the incident being an accident. Five years later, Luiz, now playing for Fortaleza, spoke candidly about the incident.
"Many people still don't have the image of the accident and many Mexicans attacked me thinking I did it on purpose," Luiz admitted.
During the lead-up to the Final of the Kings League in Spain, Luiz confessed to feeling remorseful during those challenging months when he was perceived as the individual who derailed Jimenez's career.
"I saw Raul, we know it was an accident, I felt very sad," Luiz shared. "He's a great player, he came back, and it's a life lesson for all of us."
The Struggles of Jimenez Continue
Javier Aguirre, former Mexican national team coach, remained silent about the anti-migrant raids during his press conference, making the topic off-limits. Additionally, an Inter Milan footballer found himself unable to fly to Los Angeles for the Club World Cup due to being stuck in Iran, impacting his participation.
Despite these challenges, Jimenez persevered and returned to professional football in August 2021, ready to conquer the pitch once more. His resilience and determination were evident as he made a remarkable comeback, regaining his former form and continuing his prolific career with Fulham and the Mexican national team.
Despite his comeback, Jimenez's career has still faced challenges, as he continues to battle in the Premier League and other European-leagues. Luiz's former teammate, now playing for Fortaleza, even shared regret about their fateful encounter on the football field.
