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Jordan Henderson out of World Cup with broken wrist sustained in post-match celebrations

Jordan Henderson is carried off the pitch on a stretcher
Jordan Henderson is carried off the pitch on a stretcher after England’s win. Photograph: Bradley Collyer/PA

A historic night for England as they defeated Mexico 3-2 in their World Cup last-16 tie was soured by an injury sustained by Jordan Henderson after he fell over an advertising board in the post-match celebrations.

The Brentford midfielder and former Liverpool captain, who was an unused substitute in the game, was taken to hospital and it was confirmed later that he had broken his wrist and is out of the tournament.

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