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Jordan Henderson will miss England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina due to a fractured arm and wrist suffered in a freak accident. While celebrating England's round of 16 win over Mexico, Henderson fell awkwardly trying to hop over an advertising billboard, requiring surgery in Kansas City. Despite being ruled out for the remainder of the tournament, he appeared on the substitutes' bench in full kit and a large cast during the quarter-final against Norway. This was because he was officially listed on the team sheet as a substitute; wearing a suit or training gear would have prevented him from being on the bench. He is expected to continue supporting his teammates from the sidelines in the semi-final.
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What Happened to Jordan Henderson and Why He Was in Full England Kit After Horror Injury
Jordan Henderson will not play for England in their World Cup semi-final against Argentina, but the Brentford star is expected to be pitchside once again.
Everything You Need to Know About Jordan Henderson's World Cup Injury and Full Kit Appearance
- A historic semi-final: England are preparing to face Argentina for a place in the World Cup final against Spain. One player who will not take part is Jordan Henderson.
- Tournament appearances: Prior to the round of 16, Henderson's only game time at this World Cup came as a late substitute against Panama. He then watched from the bench as an unused substitute during England's dramatic victory over Mexico.
- The freak accident: While celebrating England's thrilling round of 16 win over Mexico in Mexico City on the pitch, Henderson suffered a bizarre mishap. He fell awkwardly while attempting to hop over an advertising billboard to join his teammates.
- Injury and surgery: The fall resulted in a fractured arm and wrist that required immediate surgery in Kansas City. Although the medical procedure was a success, the healing time effectively ruled him out of action for the remainder of the World Cup.
- Support against Norway: Despite being ruled out of the tie, Henderson surprised fans as he was pictured on the substitutes' bench in full kit and a large cast during the quarter-final against Norway. This was because he was officially a substitute and still listed on the formal UEFA team sheet.
- Reason for the kit: If Henderson had worn a suit or any other normal training gear, he would not have been allowed on the bench as an active player. This status means he can also stand in the technical area, motivate teammates, and warm up with them lightly.
- Argentina match status: Henderson is set to be one of England's only absentees for the semi-final clash against Argentina as he continues his recovery. However, he is fully expected to be with the squad once again to aid his teammates from the sidelines — full kit and all.
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