Santiago Giménez is an Argentine-born professional footballer who represents the Mexico national team as a striker. He plays for the Mexican national team and has been a key player for them,

Club Career

1. Cruz Azul (Mexico)

   • Joined the Mexican club Cruz Azul’s youth system in 2016.

   • Made senior debut in 2019 at age 18.

   • Developed a reputation as a quick, technically skilled striker with a keen sense for goal.

   • Became a key player for Cruz Azul, contributing consistently in Liga MX and international competitions like CONCACAF Champions League.

2. Other Club Highlights

   • Giménez has been noted for scoring decisive goals in tight matches, demonstrating composure under pressure.

   • His style combines Argentina’s traditional striker instincts with the tactical versatility seen in Mexican football.

International Career

• Naturalization and Eligibility: Born in Argentina, Santiago chose to represent Mexico after becoming a naturalized citizen.

• Debut: He made his debut for the Mexico national team in 2023.

• Impact: Quickly became a key player for the squad.

  • Notably, in September 2025, he scored a last-minute goal to secure a 2-2 draw against South Korea in an international friendly, showing his clutch performance ability.

Playing Style

• Position: Striker

• Strengths:

  • Clinical finishing

  • Intelligent movement in the box

  • Ability to perform under pressure

  • Good combination play with teammates