Jordan Henderson's medical history with England star needing surgery before freak injury
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Need to knowEngland star Jordan Henderson suffered an injury after the Three Lions' win over Mexico at the World CupJordan Henderson has suffered an injury at World Cup 2026(Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)Everything you need to know about Jordan Henderson's injury historyWrist injury in Mexico: During the post-match celebrations following England's 3-2 victory over Mexico at the World Cup 2026, Jordan Henderson suffered a wrist injury after tumbling over an advertising hoarding. He was given oxygen on the pitch, carried off on a stretcher, and kept in hospital overnight for further assessment, casting major doubt on his remaining tournament participation.Metatarsal fracture at Coventry City: In 2009, early in his professional career, while on loan at Championship side Coventry City, a teenage Henderson suffered a fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone in his foot.
This nerve tissue inflammation required specialised treatment and careful load management to keep his career on track.Broken bone in right foot: While recovering from his chronic heel issue in September 2015, Henderson suffered a completely separate and agonising setback during a training session. He sustained a fracture to a bone in his right foot, which required immediate surgery and unfortunately extended his time on the treatment table for several more months.Season-ending knee ligament damage: In April 2016, during a Europa League quarter-final first-leg clash against Borussia Dortmund, the midfielder suffered a serious knee ligament injury.
Scans later revealed a grade-two tear in his right hamstring, forcing him to miss a busy and physically demanding month of winter fixtures whilst undergoing intensive physiotherapy.Knee issue against Barcelona: During the famous Champions League semi-final comeback against Barcelona in May 2019, Henderson suffered a painful knee injury in the first half following a heavy collision. This significant setback kept him sidelined for over three months, meaning he missed crucial Premier League and Champions League fixtures for Liverpool before returning just in time for the delayed Euro 2020 tournament.READ MORE: Jordan Henderson injury update after 'heartbreaking' issue rocks England World Cup campEngland's 2026 World Cup kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.