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Jordan Henderson to reportedly undergo wrist surgery, miss rest of World Cup after injuring himself while celebrating England's win over Mexico
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- England midfielder Jordan Henderson will undergo wrist surgery and is expected to miss the remainder of the World Cup after injuring himself during celebrations following England's 3-2 win over Mexico.
- The injury occurred when Henderson attempted to hop a wall behind the goal while singing "Wonderwall" with fans, fell, and landed on his left arm.
- Medical staff were quickly alerted, and Henderson was stretchered off the field clutching his left wrist, with the injury described as serious by Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel.
- Henderson did not play in the match against Mexico but had received a yellow card in stoppage time for dissent and interfering with a throw-in.
- England captain Harry Kane initially downplayed the injury, but subsequent reports confirmed Henderson was taken to the hospital for further treatment.
