New footage has revealed the precise moment Jordan Henderson suffered a serious wrist injury while celebrating England's dramatic 3-2 World Cup victory over Mexico. The 36-year-old midfielder was carried off on a stretcher after landing awkwardly during the full-time celebrations.
Henderson, a former Liverpool captain, needed oxygen as he underwent medical treatment and was rushed straight to hospital. England boss Thomas Tuchel conceded the injury appeared "really bad" and suggested surgery might be necessary.
How the Injury Occurred
Following England's customary post-victory ritual of jumping over advertising hoardings to join supporters for a rendition of Oasis' Wonderwall, the players began making their way back onto the pitch. Henderson attempted to climb back over the hoardings but caught something, lost his footing, and crashed to the ground.
As he tried to break his fall, Henderson planted his left arm on the turf, causing his wrist to appear to snap on impact. Teammates quickly gathered around him as medical staff rushed to his aid. He was stretchered off the pitch while receiving oxygen.
Tuchel's Reaction
Speaking in a post-match interview with the BBC, Tuchel said: "Not good, not good, next thing is a right defender now with the red card, Jordan just fell over and injured his wrist, it looks really bad." Later, in his press conference, Tuchel revealed: "He injured his wrist, he's gone to hospital. It's quite a serious injury. It doesn't fit with the night. I don't know if there will be a procedure."
Match Context
The distressing incident unfolded after a hard-fought 3-2 victory. England had stormed into a 2-0 lead courtesy of a Jude Bellingham brace, before Julian Quinones pulled one back for Mexico just before the interval. Mexico's confidence grew when right-back Jarell Quansah was dismissed for a reckless challenge early in the second half. However, Tuchel's men responded immediately through skipper Harry Kane's penalty after Anthony Gordon was felled. Raul Jimenez converted a spot-kick of his own to halve the deficit, but England held firm to secure the three points.
Upcoming Quarter-Final
England will now face Norway in the World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday evening. Stale Solbakken's side booked their place in the last eight after Erling Haaland's brace produced a stunning 2-1 upset against Brazil.
