England midfielder Jordan Henderson is set to miss the rest of the World Cup after suffering an injury during celebrations of the Three Lions’ win over Mexico.
According to the BBC, Henderson is going to fly to Kansas, where England has been based during the tournament, for surgery. He did not fly back with the rest of the team last night and remained at a Mexico City hospital.
England manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters after the game that Henderson went to the hospital, adding, “It’s quite a serious injury.”
In an interview after the win with the BBC, Tuchel added, “Not good. Jordan just fell over and injured his wrist. It looks really bad.”
The incident occurred shortly after the final whistle as players and staff gathered behind the goal which England fans were seated above.
After players sang along with the supporters to Oasis’ “Wonderwall,” the mood quickly shifted when Henderson fell. It prompted teammates, coaching staff, and medical personnel to immediately rush to his side.
Harry Kane also acknowledged the incident, saying, “Hendo just fell over there,” Kane said as he pointed toward the end of the field where it happened.
Team officials have not yet issued an official update on the severity of the midfielder’s injury or how long he might be sidelined.
Henderson has only made one appearance in England’s five World Cup games so far, playing the final six minutes of the win over Panama in the group stage. He was also given a yellow card from the sidelines on Sunday night.
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