Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of the World Cup after breaking his wrist in a freak accident during post-match celebrations following England's 3-2 victory over Mexico in the last-16. The midfielder, an unused substitute, fell over an advertising board shortly after the final whistle, requiring oxygen and being stretchered off to hospital.
Injury Details
Medical staff rushed to Henderson's aid as England players celebrated in front of fans. The 34-year-old former Liverpool captain was given oxygen and carried off on a stretcher. Later scans confirmed a broken wrist, ending his tournament participation. Thomas Tuchel, England head coach, stated: "Jordan injured his wrist, it just doesn't fit to the evening that Jordan is not with us. I don't know the procedure, the doctor told me he is in the hospital."
Match Context
England's dramatic win featured two goals from Jude Bellingham and a Harry Kane penalty. They held on despite Jarell Quansah's red card for a high challenge on Jesús Gallardo early in the second half. Henderson had been booked during the match for a sideline confrontation. His only previous appearance in the tournament was an 84th-minute substitute role against Panama.
Reaction
Jude Bellingham told the BBC: "He's in a bit of bother but our medical team have got everything under control probably. Best not to give too much detail when I don't know too much what is going on. Everyone was there to support him and even that was a beautiful thing to see." The injury casts a shadow over England's historic victory as they advance to the quarter-finals.
