Usain Bolt suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon and had to be taken off the pitch on a stretcher during Soccer Aid.

Bolt captained the World XI team at Stamford Bridge in the annual charity match, which raises funds for UNICEF. The game saw England face off against the World XI, with the former starting strong and taking an early lead.

Bolt, always one to watch, soon made his presence known as he found himself on the receiving end of a strong tackle from actor Danny Dyer. This led to a free-kick for World XI, which was expertly converted by Eden Hazard to level the score.

Bolt, undeterred, soon found himself back in the action, showcasing his skills with a deft turn inside the box to set up a close-range goal for Alessandro Del Piero.

As the game progressed, Bolt began to show signs of discomfort from an injury. Despite this, he signaled to his team’s bench that he was determined to continue playing. However, his injury ultimately proved too much, and he went down clutching his leg, leading to him being carried off the pitch by medical staff.

In a post-match update on social media, Bolt revealed the extent of his injury, sharing a photo of himself on crutches with the caption: “Ruptured Achilles, but don’t worry, I’m a warrior.”

Bolt, an eight-time gold medalist, experienced discomfort during the game but was determined to play through the pain.

England capitalized on their opponent’s misfortune, with Jermain Defoe scoring soon after Bolt’s injury. The World XI managed to pull one back through Tommy Wingrove, but it wasn’t enough to stop England from claiming a 6-3 victory and their first Soccer Aid title in six years.

While the match ended on a high note for England, Bolt’s injury put a damper on the proceedings. The eight-time Olympic champion’s passion for football is well-known, and his presence at Soccer Aid has always been a highlight for fans.

Despite his injury, Bolt remained in high spirits, and his determination to continue playing despite the pain is a testament to his warrior spirit.