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England's Henderson to miss rest of World Cup with arm injury, Sky Sports reports
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England's Henderson to miss rest of World Cup with arm injury, Sky Sports reports

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  • England's Jordan Henderson is reportedly out for the rest of the World Cup due to an arm injury.
  • Henderson sustained the injury during celebrations after England's 3-2 win over Mexico.
  • The experienced midfielder requires surgery, and the FA has not yet made an official statement.

England's Jordan Henderson is set to miss the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a freak arm injury. Sky Sports reported on Monday that the experienced midfielder will require surgery for the injury sustained during celebrations following England's 3-2 victory over Mexico in the last 16.

Henderson landed awkwardly and slipped while attempting to climb over a barrier at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday. Video footage clearly showed his forearm buckling under the impact. He was subsequently stretchered off the field, received oxygen, and was taken to a Mexico City hospital.

The 36-year-old midfielder did not travel back to England's training base in Kansas City with the rest of Thomas Tuchel's squad, with a member of the medical staff remaining with him. Henderson, a former Liverpool captain, was an unused substitute in the match against Mexico but is considered one of the squad's most respected figures, valued for his leadership, experience, and calming presence.

The England Football Association has yet to release an official statement regarding Henderson's condition or his availability for the rest of the tournament, leaving his status uncertain.

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