Jamie Vardy was left emotional after scoring a 200th Leicester goal on what was his 500th and final appearance for the club.
In the words of John Percy, it was always going to happen, a trademark finish, trademark celebration and a fitting end to an outstanding career at Leicester.
He joined the Foxes from then non league Fleetwood Town in 2012. Some called it a risky signing. But he’s gone on to become a club legend.
As the players came out of the tunnel, a big display was on show at a packed out King Power, to thank Vardy for his achievements.
Then he scored in the 28th minute, great work from James Justin who won the ball back in his own half and ran to the edge of the box, slipped in Jamie Vardy who comfortably placed the ball between the legs of a defender and into the net.
Jamie Vardy came off with 10 minutes remaining to a standing ovation all around the ground. The Premier League, FA Cup and golden boot winner given a guard of honour from his team-mates as he made his way off the pitch.
LEICESTER PAY TRIBUTE TO JAMIE VARDY
Stunning display of club saying farewell to a departing legend. 13 years to the day he signed from Fleetwood Town and making his 500th appearance
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— Men in Blazers (@MenInBlazers) May 18, 2025
Great to see Morgan, Albrighton, Kasper, and Simpson back for Vardy’s final game…
Matty James, Okazaki, and Drinkwater involved in the fanzone pre-match too pic.twitter.com/58ukHcXUJk
— 𝙇𝘾𝙁𝘾 𝙎𝙋 (@LCFCshitposting) May 18, 2025
Vardy a marcar na despedida do King Power Stadium
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— DAZN Portugal (@DAZNPortugal) May 18, 2025
Bye Jamie Vardy and thanks #vardy #lcfc pic.twitter.com/aaGVIDFWbC
— Mark Brimley (@markbrimley) May 18, 2025
A final farewell to Jamie Vardy at the King Power.
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— Football Tweet
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Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy speaking to Premier League Productions, on Jamie Vardy’s final home appearance: “If you score your 200th goal on your 500th appearance, then you are a great one.
“He has been a unique player and person for this football club. In years to come we will realise we were part of this moment. H’es a character as well, there’s a story and an edge to him. He’s a great captain as well.
“We were motivated to do well for Jamie, but also to get more momentum after the Southampton win and the point against Nottingham Forest. It’s some positives towards the end of the season.”
On Kasey McAteer’s goal: “It’s great he, deserves that, like all of us he’s had a season of ups and growns, he trains well and works for the team, his effort was rewarded today with a great goal.”
Here’s how fans reacted with Jamie Vardy left emotional after scoring a 200th Leicester goal on his 500th and final appearance…
@PossiblyGeorge: Class touch from the Leicester players giving Vardy a guard of honour as he’s subbed off. You never see that. The Vardy Party is officially over 
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@Joshemsley1996: 13 years to the day he signed for the club, 500 club appearances, 200 goals, 145 premier league goals. One community shield, 2 championships titles, one FA Cup and The Premier League. Our greatest ever player, Mr Leicester City. Mr Jamie Vardy. The GOAT of Leicester
@ollie_long93: Was written for him really wasn’t it. What an achievement. 200 goals for one club
@FosseHub: Jamie Vardy exits the pitch. We are so lucky that we had the chance to witness this great man.
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