England midfielder Jordan Henderson is set to undergo surgery on his injured wrist after a mishap during celebrations for his team's last-16 victory over Mexico at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The injury occurred on July 6, 2026, when Henderson fell awkwardly while celebrating the thrilling 3-2 win at the Azteca Stadium.
Henderson's injury raises concerns about his availability for the remainder of the tournament. England head coach Thomas Tuchel provided an update on the situation, stating, "Jordan just fell over and injured his wrist. It looks really bad. It’s a quite serious injury and it doesn’t fit to the evening that Jordan is now not with us. The doctor told me he is in hospital."
Details of Henderson's Injury
The injury occurred as Henderson celebrated with his teammates after their victory over Mexico, a crucial match that propelled England into the quarter-finals of the World Cup. After the incident, the 36-year-old midfielder was taken off the field on a stretcher and subsequently transported to a hospital in Mexico City.
Reports indicate that Henderson was accompanied to the hospital by a member of England's support staff, as he did not return with the team to their base in Kansas City. Despite the injury, it appears that Henderson remains committed to supporting his teammates during their time in the United States.
