Former England U20 star forced to retire aged 25

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Saturday, 27 June 2020 at 07:08
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Former England U20 prop Alex Lundberg has been forced to retire from rugby after a nasty concussion, aged 25.
The loosehead joined Wasps amateurs as a six-year-old and worked his way through the academy to the senior ranks, earning England U20 honours along the way.
He was released at his own request in January 2018 after suffering a succession of injury problems.
Injury issues continues with Championship side Ealing Trailfinders, and on Wednesday he took to social media to share the news of his retirement.

MARKED | How BBC rated England's players in 2003 World Cup final

Here is how the BBC rated Sir Clive Woodward's men following England's nail-biting 20-17 in the final to win the Rugby World Cup.
Josh Lewsey: Again proved his worth in the number 15 jersey. Made some dynamic runs and kept the pressure on the Aussie midfield. 7
Jason Robinson: Always looked dangerous with the ball. Had little chance stopping Australia's try, but did his job at the other end touching down. 8
Will Greenwood: Handled the ball well with some creative touches and put in some big tackles but ultimately failed to shine. 6
Mike Tindall: More direct than creative, but did the job he was asked to do. Produced a vital clearance in the second half before making way for Mike Catt. 7
Ben Cohen: Worked tirelessly off the ball and did little wrong. Was given little opportunity to show his class with the ball. 6

Jonny Wilkinson: Signalled his intent early on with a tremendous 50 yard kick and came through in style with a last-gasp three-pointer. 9
Matt Dawson: Looked dangerous in patches and moved the ball out of the contact area effectively. A workmanlike display. 7
Phil Vickery: Struggled in the scrum - according to referee Andre Watson - and cost England a late penalty. Ran himself ragged in the second half. 6
Steve Thompson: Solid in the pack and around the park - but again showed his weakness with a number of shaky lineout throws. 7
Trevor Woodman: Another solid display but a number of erratic decisions in open play. Replaced by Jason Leonard after regular time. 6

Martin Johnson: Led from the front and a contender for man-of-the-match. Supreme in line-outs. A true presence on the field. 9
Ben Kay: A performance he will want to forget. Knocked on in front of the line and uncharacteristically struggled in the line-out. 5
Richard Hill: Did not enjoy his greatest performance but was there when he was needed. Replaced by Lewis Moody in extra time. 7
Neil Back: High work rate in the loose and caused problems for Australia when it mattered most. Blotted his copy book with some wayward passing. 7
Lawrence Dallaglio: Showed early match nerves, but soon got into his stride. Made the crucial break which resulted in England's only try. 8
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