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Jordan Henderson Ruled Out of World Cup After Fracturing Arm in Celebration Fall

Surgery in Kansas City ends any realistic chance of him playing again, leaving England to replace his on-field leadership.

Overview

  • Henderson fractured his arm and wrist when he slipped over an advertising hoarding during postmatch celebrations after England’s win over Mexico.
  • Medical staff treated him on the pitch, he was stretchered off and later underwent surgery at the Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute.
  • England's medical team have ruled him out for the rest of the World Cup but he has rejoined the squad in a non-playing role wearing a cast.
  • Henderson said he has not totally closed the door on a very unlikely late return, but his surgical repair and recovery make a comeback during the tournament impractical.
  • His absence removes an experienced dressing-room leader and increases selection pressure for manager Thomas Tuchel given other squad availability issues, and any return would depend on FIFA rules allowing safe, padded protective equipment.