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A routine celebration at the Azteca Stadium left Jordan Henderson with a fractured wrist, ending his World Cup campaign and forcing England's manager Thomas Tuchel to rethink his midfield options.
After a 3‑2 defeat to England in Mexico City, veteran coach Javier Aguirre praised the squad’s renewed unity while confirming his exit, leaving Rafael Márquez to inherit the project.
England survived a red card and a weather delay to defeat Mexico 3-2, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice and Harry Kane adding a decisive penalty, setting up a quarter-final clash with Norway in Miami.
Despite repeated sanctions, Mexican supporters continue to chant the homophobic slur 'puto' during international matches, prompting FIFA action and a broader debate about inclusion in football.