Two Premier League stars out of England vs Iceland match
Jordan Henderson and Raheem Sterling will miss England’s Nations League fixture against Iceland on Wednesday, the Football Association has announced.
Liverpool captain Henderson suffered a knock during Sunday’s loss away to Belgium, while Manchester City forward Sterling has withdrawn because of a calf problem.
An FA statement issued Monday said the two players had returned to their respective clubs for further assessment.
Jordan Henderson ❌
Raheem Sterling ❌England will be without Jordan Henderson and Raheem Sterling for their Nations League match against Iceland.
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