Danny Care: The former scrum of England to retire from rugby union at the end of the season | Rugby Union News

Former scrum Danny Care International and Harlequins England announced that he would retire from rugby professional union at the end of the season.

The 38 -year -old man joined Quins in 2006 and made 394 appearances for the club, winning two titles from Gallagher Première and European Challenge Cup during his 19 -year -old association.

He presented two World Cups for England during an international career that lasted 16 years, ending with 101 caps in his name.

“So it is finally time. Unfortunately, after 19 years of play for this incredible club, I will retire rugby at the end of the season,” said Care.

“I just wanted to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for letting a leeds boy go down to this club and feel at home from the first day.

“To all the fans. Thank you for everything you gave me, me and my family. As I said, you brought us in your heart. You sang my name stronger than ever. And I can’t really put in words what represents this club and playing in front of you all meant for me.”

Care was part of the Grand Chelem winning team in England in 2016, as well as winning the titles of Six Nations in 2011 and 2017. He made his debut in June 2008 at 21, playing in a test against New Zealand in Auckland.

After his retirement, Care will represent the Harlequins in a role of ambassador.

England’s head coach Steve Barthwick added: “Danny was the heart rate of each team for which he played, with his passion, skills and energy lighting where he is going.

“He gave everything to rugby and I congratulate him on a brilliant career.

“On behalf of the team, we wish him the best in the next chapter – although Danny, we soon hear his voice on our screens, bringing the same passion and the same personality he brought to the field.”

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