Dan Burn (foto: Getty Images)
Dan Burn says he feels responsible for Jordan Henderson's tournament-ending injury after the England midfielder tried to copy his celebration following the win over Mexico.
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Dan Burn admits he still feels guilty after Jordan Henderson suffered a freak injury celebrating England's dramatic World Cup victory over Mexico.
The veteran midfielder broke his wrist and forearm after attempting to jump over the advertising boards following England's 3-2 Round of 16 victory. Henderson slipped during the celebration, underwent surgery, and has been ruled out for the remainder of the tournament.
Burn had successfully vaulted over the barriers moments earlier, something he believes encouraged his teammate to try the same celebration.
" I think I killed him a bit because I made it look really easy when I jumped over," Burn told talkSPORT.
" I heard the noise behind us straight away, and with Hendo, if he doesn't get up, you know something is wrong."
The Newcastle defender admitted he was devastated by what happened.
"I'm gutted for him. He wasn't even on the pitch, but he was buzzing for everyone. He's had his operation now, and I'm happy he's back with us in Kansas because it's been a difficult few days."
Burn believes Henderson will continue to play an important role despite his injury.
" I wouldn't put it past him, even with a splint, to be out there on Saturday doing the warm-up with the lads."
" He's a massive leader in the group. He sets standards and pushes everyone every day. Even if he isn't playing, he must be around the squad. Every player will tell you they need Hendo in the camp."
England now turns its attention to Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, where Burn expects another physical battle with Erling Haaland.
The defender has enjoyed success against the Norwegian striker in previous meetings.
"I don't want to jinx it, but I think he's only scored one goal against me. I enjoy playing against Erling because of the physical side of the game. We get on well on the pitch, although you'd have to ask him if he feels the same."
Burn knows England faces one of their toughest tests of the tournament.
" When you've got players like Haaland and Martin Ødegaard, it's no surprise Norway are still here. We'll have to perform at the highest level across the pitch and play much better than we did against Mexico."
The message from head coach Thomas Tuchel has already been delivered.
" The manager told us this morning that Mexico is finished. We've accepted the praise, but it means nothing if we don't beat Norway. That's our full focus now."