‘Thank You From The Bottom Of My Heart’: Vardy Bows Out With 200th Goal In Final Game For Leicester City

‘Thank you from the bottom of my heart’: Vardy bows out with 200th goal in final game for Leicester (Image Source: IANS)

King Power Stadium: On an emotional afternoon at King Power Stadium, Jamie Vardy wrote the final, unforgettable chapter of his Leicester City story, marking his 500th and final appearance with his 200th goal in a 2-0 victory over Ipswich Town.

May 18 already held deep meaning for Vardy – the date he signed from Fleetwood Town in 2012 – but it became truly historic as the 38-year-old rounded off 13 legendary years in Leicester blue with a goal that encapsulated everything he's brought to the club.

Vardy’s moment came in the 28th minute, his classic dart in behind met by a clever James Justin pass. With the crowd already on their feet, he coolly slotted beyond Alex Palmer to send King Power Stadium into raptures.

Ipswich had started brightly, with Leif Davis striking the post and Sam Morsy firing over, but Vardy’s opener settled nerves and reminded all present of his enduring quality. After the break, youngster McAteer added a second, sealing a deserved win and offering a glimmer of light at the end of a relegation-hit season.

Though Leicester’s drop to the Championship is confirmed, this day transcended the table. It was about honouring a player who redefined expectations, helped deliver the unthinkable in 2016, and became a symbol of hope for an entire city.

After the game Vardy, along with his family, were celebrated by the Leicester faithful. He was presented with an array of gifts, a stunning gold Fox trophy, a special picture-book charting his career and, as one last surprise, Leicester City's 24/25 Player of the Season award.

"From the bottom of my heart. Thank you. For taking myself and family in as one of your own. Hopefully I've repaid you for that,” said Vardy after the game.

After the game Vardy, along with his family, were celebrated by the Leicester faithful. He was presented with an array of gifts, a stunning gold Fox trophy, a special picture-book charting his career and, as one last surprise, Leicester City's 24/25 Player of the Season award.

Article Source: IANS