England midfielder Henderson ruled out of World Cup
England midfielder Jordan Henderson has been ruled out of the remainder of the FIFA World Cup after suffering a serious wrist injury in a post-match celebration accident following his team's dramatic last-16 victory over Mexico. The 36-year-old veteran was hospitalized in Mexico City after the incident on Sunday night.
The injury occurred at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium as England players celebrated their 3-2 win over the tournament co-hosts. Video footage shows Henderson, who was an unused substitute in the match, slipping while attempting to climb over advertising boards to join teammates in singing with traveling fans. He fell awkwardly onto his left arm, requiring immediate medical attention on the pitch before being stretchered off while receiving oxygen.
England manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the severity of the injury, stating that Henderson was in the hospital and the situation looked "really bad." Team officials indicated the injury would require surgery, ending Henderson's tournament. A member of England's medical staff remained in Mexico City with the player while the rest of the squad returned to their training base in Kansas City.