This is a genuine Cinderella story, don’t be afraid to shed
a tear. This Season has been a complete shock, at this point in time, you’d be
able to guess a clear winner from one, or two teams. But with Leicester at the
top of the league, Chelsea 14th, and the top 6 being very close, who
can tell? This article is going to be focusing on Leicester City, and the much
deserved praise of Jamie Vardy. The clubs odds of lifting the title have risen
dramatically in recent weeks, following their successive run of wins, and a
record breaking goal consistency from none other than Jamie Vardy. They were
2500/1, and they’re now 25/1, this is a thing of legend.
Why are they doing so well? Their two best players, in my opinion are Mahrez, and Vardy. Racking up an impressive 19 goals between them so far. Ex-United boss Sir Alex Ferguson recently spoke out about the club. He compliments the club, their energy, and talent. But then goes on to say that they should really invest in January. They have a few outstanding players who show up each week, would a new outfit throw the rhythm out of motion? Only time will tell. If they want to make this dream a reality, I’d advise working on the roster, but for god sake don't over do it *cough* Brendan Rodgers *cough*. As a Liverpool fan, I know only too well how devastating it is to come so close to winning the League, but finishing second, so I hope Leicester can stick out their well-deserved run of form.
Let’s start by talking about Jamie Vardy. An Englishman in the form of his life; where on Earth did he come from? His career kicked off earning only £30.00 a game, playing for Stockbridge village Steelers, after being released from Sheffield Wednesday Academy (that’s got to hurt). He scored an impressive 66 goals in 107 games before leaving the side in 2010. After which he caught the eye of Halifax Town, who bought Vardy for £15,000, he scored 27 in his first season at the club. After helping them to the Northern Premier League title, he took the interest of Conference side Fleetwood in 2011, where he then earned £850 a week. He scored 31 goals for the Lancashire side, and got them into the Football League, for the first time ever. I remember when he was at Fleetwood town, and he was on Soccer AM, referring to himself as “God” before the traditional Soccer AM cross-bar challenge. After bigging himself up, he then misses the bar, ouch.
This is where it gets good, a year down the line he caught the eyes of Leicester, who signed him for £1m, he had a poor first season, but then went on to score 16 goals and got his new club to the Premier League. So to put this into context, in a few short years he’s went from £30.00 a game, to being bought for £1m, and the fairy-tale goes on! We’re still in the 2015/2016 season, and he has already set a record for scoring in the most consecutive games ever in the Premier League, breaking Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s record of 9 games.
On November 21st he went on to score against Newcastle, securing his 10 game consecutive goal. Manchester United Legend Ruud also tweeted to Vardy after equalling his 9 goal spree - “Records are there to be broken, Go on @Vardy7, and good luck!” Was it luck? Or is he as prolific as he plays? Love him or Hate him, you’ve got to give it to the fella. He’s went from a zero to a hero in 6 years. I believe the striker has every right to be a bit cocky, wouldn’t you be? After the hard work he’s put in helping any team he graces to rise up the ranks, he’s a traditional, goal machine, a real striker. It’s a natural talent, and he’s caused a stir in the traditional top 5 of the Prem. Here are some of Jamie’s best bits, enjoy!
Why are they doing so well? Their two best players, in my opinion are Mahrez, and Vardy. Racking up an impressive 19 goals between them so far. Ex-United boss Sir Alex Ferguson recently spoke out about the club. He compliments the club, their energy, and talent. But then goes on to say that they should really invest in January. They have a few outstanding players who show up each week, would a new outfit throw the rhythm out of motion? Only time will tell. If they want to make this dream a reality, I’d advise working on the roster, but for god sake don't over do it *cough* Brendan Rodgers *cough*. As a Liverpool fan, I know only too well how devastating it is to come so close to winning the League, but finishing second, so I hope Leicester can stick out their well-deserved run of form.
Let’s start by talking about Jamie Vardy. An Englishman in the form of his life; where on Earth did he come from? His career kicked off earning only £30.00 a game, playing for Stockbridge village Steelers, after being released from Sheffield Wednesday Academy (that’s got to hurt). He scored an impressive 66 goals in 107 games before leaving the side in 2010. After which he caught the eye of Halifax Town, who bought Vardy for £15,000, he scored 27 in his first season at the club. After helping them to the Northern Premier League title, he took the interest of Conference side Fleetwood in 2011, where he then earned £850 a week. He scored 31 goals for the Lancashire side, and got them into the Football League, for the first time ever. I remember when he was at Fleetwood town, and he was on Soccer AM, referring to himself as “God” before the traditional Soccer AM cross-bar challenge. After bigging himself up, he then misses the bar, ouch.
This is where it gets good, a year down the line he caught the eyes of Leicester, who signed him for £1m, he had a poor first season, but then went on to score 16 goals and got his new club to the Premier League. So to put this into context, in a few short years he’s went from £30.00 a game, to being bought for £1m, and the fairy-tale goes on! We’re still in the 2015/2016 season, and he has already set a record for scoring in the most consecutive games ever in the Premier League, breaking Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s record of 9 games.
On November 21st he went on to score against Newcastle, securing his 10 game consecutive goal. Manchester United Legend Ruud also tweeted to Vardy after equalling his 9 goal spree - “Records are there to be broken, Go on @Vardy7, and good luck!” Was it luck? Or is he as prolific as he plays? Love him or Hate him, you’ve got to give it to the fella. He’s went from a zero to a hero in 6 years. I believe the striker has every right to be a bit cocky, wouldn’t you be? After the hard work he’s put in helping any team he graces to rise up the ranks, he’s a traditional, goal machine, a real striker. It’s a natural talent, and he’s caused a stir in the traditional top 5 of the Prem. Here are some of Jamie’s best bits, enjoy!
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