Jordan Henderson injures wrist while celebrating England's World Cup win

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Jordan Henderson injures wrist while celebrating England's World Cup win
Summary

Jordan Henderson suffered a significant wrist injury during the celebration of England's 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup last-16 round. Henderson fell awkwardly from the advertising hoardings, leading to his stretcher exit from the pitch. England manager Thomas Tuchel described the injury as serious, and Henderson is currently hospitalized. The midfielder's participation in the tournament has already been limited to just six minutes in a previous match against Panama. England's next match is scheduled for Saturday against Norway in Miami.

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  • Henderson injured his wrist after falling during celebrations.
  • He was taken off the pitch on a stretcher.
  • England won against Mexico to reach the quarter-finals.
  • Henderson's World Cup participation has been minimal due to injuries.
  • The team faces Norway in the quarter-finals next.
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England midfielder Jordan Henderson suffered a "really bad" while celebrating his side's World Cup win over Mexico, head coach Thomas Tuchel says.

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England midfielder Jordan Henderson suffered a "really bad" while celebrating his side's World Cup win over Mexico, head coach Thomas Tuchel says.

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England midfielder Jordan Henderson suffers a wrist injury while celebrating his side's dramatic World Cup last-16 win over Mexico.

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