Jordan Henderson sustained a wrist injury during England's celebrations following their 3-2 victory over Mexico in the World Cup round of 16. The Liverpool midfielder was taken to a hospital in Mexico City after falling over advertising hoardings while climbing back onto the pitch.
Harry Kane's Reaction
England captain Harry Kane told the BBC shortly after the incident: "Yeah Hendo just fell over there. I think he's OK. Something to do with his arm." BBC host Kelly Cates added: "Kane says he's absolutely fine but he did fall over the advertising hoardings. That's what we think happened. He looked like he was getting some oxygen as he was stretchered off the pitch. We wish Jordan Henderson well."
Jude Bellingham's Comments
Jude Bellingham also commented on his teammate's condition: "He's in a bit of bother. But our medical team have got everything under control. I'm best not to give too much detail, I don't know everything that's going on. Everyone was there to support him and even that was beautiful to see."
Thomas Tuchel's Update
England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed mixed emotions after the match. "My emotions are very mixed," he said. "I'm just proud of the mentality and the attitude. Round of 32, round of 16 is the moment in tournaments where you find a way to win. We did it with pure mentality, with heart. We overcame every obstacle that was thrown at us. I am so proud of the mentality and the will of this team. It is a very, very special night for us. Mixed feelings also because I am exhausted, of course, and emotional but also sad because Jordan got injured. He injured his wrist. He is at the moment at the hospital, so it is quite a serious injury. It just doesn't fit to the evening that Jordan is now not with us. I don't know the procedure what is going on. I just did the press, and the doc told me he's in hospital."
Match Details
The match at Estadio Azteca saw England take an early lead through Jude Bellingham's quickfire double. Mexico's Julian Quinones pulled one back before Jarell Quansah was sent off. Harry Kane scored a penalty and then conceded one, which Raul Jimenez converted, but England held on for a 3-2 win. The victory sets up a quarter-final clash with Norway. Henderson, an unused substitute, was injured during the post-match celebrations when he fell over advertising boards. He was stretchered off and later taken to hospital, and it was confirmed he would not travel with the squad back to Kansas City.
