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Jordan Henderson has sustained a freak injury after tumbling over advertising hoardings while celebrating England’s 3-2 victory against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca.

England took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half, courtesy of a brace from Jude Bellingham. However, the match turned chaotic in the second half when Jarell Quansah was sent off, forcing England to defend with 10 men against relentless Mexican pressure.

England’s celebrations were dampened by Henderson’s mishap. The squad approached their travelling supporters to sing their customary post-match anthem following every World Cup triumph. As Henderson attempted to climb back over the hoardings onto the pitch, he slipped, landing awkwardly on his arm and remained on the ground in pain.

Medical staff attended to the midfielder before he was stretchered off and taken to hospital for further assessment. Early indications suggest that his World Cup campaign might now be in jeopardy. Reports indicate that Henderson did not return to Kansas City with the rest of the England squad, instead staying in Mexico City with a member of the medical team for continued treatment.

Head coach Thomas Tuchel told ITV: “Not good, not good. Jordan fell over and injured his wrist, it looks really bad.”

Henderson had featured once in the group stage, coming on as a substitute against Panama in the second half. Although he did not play against Mexico, he was shown a yellow card after becoming involved in a touchline altercation while warming up.

Jude Bellingham commented on his teammate’s condition, saying: “He’s in a bit of bother, but our medical team have got everything under control. Probably best for me not to say too much. We’re there to support him.”

It was otherwise a memorable night for Tuchel’s side. Mexico had lost only two competitive matches at the Azteca in 89 games since 1966, but England earned their place among that rare company.

The match began an hour later than scheduled due to thunderstorms. Once play began, Mexico charged forward, energised by their passionate home crowd. England, however, maintained their composure and gradually settled into control.

Bellingham opened the scoring with a diving header from Bukayo Saka’s excellent cross just after the half-hour mark. Moments later, he doubled the advantage following another swift counterattack on the right, with captain Harry Kane providing the assist.

Mexico’s supporters roared in response, chanting “Yes we can,” and their team soon pulled one back. Winger Julian Quinones pounced on a loose ball inside the box after a goalmouth scramble from a free kick to reduce the deficit.

The hosts gained further momentum when Quansah was sent off for a reckless challenge after the interval. Despite being a man down, England held firm, and when Anthony Gordon was brought down by the goalkeeper around the hour mark, Kane coolly converted from the penalty spot to restore a two-goal cushion.

England’s relief was short-lived, as Kane conceded a penalty while attempting to clear the ball. Following a VAR review, the referee awarded the spot-kick, and Raul Jimenez converted to make it 3-2, reigniting Mexico’s hopes.

With more than 20 minutes remaining, England were forced into a backs-to-the-wall defence, absorbing relentless pressure. Despite surrendering possession, they persevered to secure a famous win in their final World Cup fixture in Mexico.

This was England’s first appearance at the historic stadium since their 1986 World Cup quarter-final defeat to Argentina, remembered for Diego Maradona’s notorious “Hand of God” goal and his dazzling solo effort that eliminated Bobby Robson’s side.