Jordan Henderson to reportedly undergo wrist surgery, miss rest of World Cup after injuring himself while celebrating England's win over Mexico
England midfielder Jordan Henderson is set to miss the remainder of the World Cup after sustaining a wrist injury during goal celebrations. The injury occurred following England's victory over Mexico, and medical staff confirmed the need for surgery.
Why it matters
The loss of a veteran player impacts England's squad depth and tactical options during a major international tournament.
Kari Anderson Contributing writer Mon, July 6, 2026 at 1:35 PM UTC · 1 min read Veteran England midfielder Jordan Henderson will reportedly undergo wrist surgery and miss the rest of the World Cup after injuring himself during celebrations for England's 3-2 win over Mexico , per The Athletic.
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