Jamie Vardy bows out of Leicester City with a landmark goal against Ipswich Town

Jamie Vardy’s final appearance for the Foxes ended on a landmark note with a goal against Ipswich Town. The English international scored his 200th goal in his 500th game for Leicester City. Notably, it was his final Premier League fixture for the club. Before the match, Vardy was honoured for completing 14 seasons with the Foxes. Early celebrations were almost cut short when Davis hit the post, but Vardy calmed the nerves by scoring in the 28th minute. He finished off a brilliant marauding run from James Justin to net his milestone goal. 

Vardy joined Leicester City in 2012 from Fleetwood Town in a USD 1.33 million deal and became a club legend. He played a pivotal role in the historic 2015–16 season when Leicester City stunned the football world by winning the Premier League title. He was subbed on in the 80th minute in the game against Ipswich Town, to provide the player the send-off he deserved. 

What did Jamie Vardy say at the end of the game about his move away from Leicester City? 

Speaking about the end of his career at King Power Stadium, Jamie Vardy said the club will be just fine, as they have a strong squad. He praised the young players, saying they are more than capable of taking the club forward. Vardy added that he's stepping away because he knows he cannot do it all over again. He also emphasized that he will always keep an eye on the club, as it holds a special place in his heart.

They'll be fine. At the end of the day, we've got a good squad, we've got all youngsters coming through. I'm glad I'm not them! Football is a killer mentally and I couldn't do it all again,

I will keep an eye on the club I love. They're in my heart.

In his final words for the club’s fans, Jamie Vardy thanked the fans and the club for making him one of their own. He said: 

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for taking myself and my family in as your own. I hope I've repaid you