Jordan Henderson has been left behind in a Mexican hospital as England flew back to the USA without the midfielder. The veteran midfielder suffered a serious arm injury following the Three Lions' dramatic World Cup victory over the hosts.
Injury During Celebrations
Henderson did not feature in England's 3-2 last-16 win over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium but was injured during the post-match celebrations after the final whistle. While the rest of the England squad returned to their training base in Kansas City shortly after the match, Henderson remained in Mexico for treatment.
The 36-year-old required medical attention after falling as he made his way back onto the pitch having celebrated with England supporters. Henderson had climbed over the advertising boards to join fans after the final whistle but slipped while returning, leaving him needing to be stretchered off wearing an oxygen mask. Despite not getting on the pitch during the match, Henderson was shown a yellow card during the closing stages.
Tuchel Confirms Serious Injury
Speaking after the game, head coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed the midfielder had suffered a significant injury. "Jordan fell over and injured his wrist. It looks really bad. It is a quite serious injury," Tuchel said.
England's Return to Kansas City
England have now returned to their Kansas City base, where Tuchel has given his players two days off before preparations begin for the quarter-finals. The squad are due back at their training base on Wednesday before flying to Miami ahead of Saturday's quarter-final. England will take on Norway after the Scandinavians produced one of the surprises of the last 16 by eliminating five-time world champions Brazil.
