Jamie Vardy is gearing up for the day he hangs up his boots, and he’s got one goal in mind: he wants to be remembered for “causing carnage.”
The 37-year-old striker has made a name for himself as a nightmare for defenders, racking up over 190 goals for Leicester City and crafting an inspiring rags-to-riches narrative in the world of football.
Vardy takes pride in being the ultimate pantomime villain, often winding up opposing fans who can’t help but despise him.
Fuelled by the Crowd
“If you get a bit of stick, then you have to be prepared to take it back,” Vardy stated, looking forward to sparking reactions from Manchester United fans during Leicester’s Carabao Cup match at Old Trafford tonight.
He thrives on the energy of the crowd, admitting, “I probably get fuelled by being booed like other people are fuelled by being cheered.
I love it. It’s football; you’re going to have people cheering for you, and you’re going to get stick, so why not use it? First thing in my mind after scoring is to give it back.”
After starting his career in non-league football and not making his Premier League debut until he was 27, Vardy has achieved remarkable success.
Along with winning a league title, he has netted 140 top-flight goals, trailing behind legends like Robin van Persie, Teddy Sheringham, and Michael Owen.
With four goals already this season, he relishes every moment of celebration, especially in front of rival fans.
The Joy of Provocation
When asked which fanbase he enjoys taunting the most, Vardy chuckled, “Every one! It doesn’t matter who we play; you can guarantee I’ll get abused.”
Reflecting on memorable moments, he shared a particular incident at West Brom during Leicester’s title-winning season.
“One guy sprinted down about 56 stairs trying to get to me on the pitch, which is why I stood there in the corner with my arms up, just smiling,” he recalled.
Another incident came after a recent win against Southampton, where he appeared to be laughing at the crowd.
“There was one guy who ran all the way down to the front like he was about to start a fight in a boozer, but the bouncers had got him at the door. That’s why I was laughing at him.”
For Vardy, these moments of banter with fans are a crucial part of the game. “It’s football; you need to have that enjoyment side of it.”
A Humble Desire for Legacy
Joking about the possibility of a film based on his life, Vardy quipped that he would want James Corden to play him.
But beneath the humor lies a serious side: he’s willing to take the heat if it means deflecting criticism from his teammates.
When asked how he would like fans to remember him after his career, he mischievously replied, “created carnage.”
With that mindset, Vardy is all set to unleash his chaos against Manchester United tonight.
What’s next for this unforgettable striker? Only time will tell.
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