Vardy - this is cool right?

[Stevosevic]

It seems certain that, barring injury, he will travel to Russia to the World Cup for the next leg of his incredible journey from playing non-League football in 2012.

 

When England went to Brazil for the last World Cup, Vardy was yet to play top-flight football and yet he is now one of country’s fan favourites.

 

He was one of the few England players to emerge with any credit from the European Championships and it was Vardy’s name that was being chanted in bars and stadiums in France.

 

It was noticeable that it was also Vardy’s name that received the biggest cheer from the Wembley crowd ahead of kick-off. In an era when fans feel detached from star footballers, Vardy is somebody the man on the street feels they can relate to.

 

[AKCJ]

Given that only he and Kane are capable of scoring goals he quite clearly is very important.

 

If Vardy played for a big club - and he's clearly good enough - then this question wouldn't even be asked.

[bluesbrothers]

'Are Jamie is definitely going to Russia, barring an injury.

At this rate Maggie might too, and I do believe that it'll be at least Summer before a proper bid comes in before either, so I ask the question - when was the last time TWO Leicester players were in the same World Cup Squad, and when was the last time two played in the same team at a major tournament, never mind a World Cup?  

 

Tonight has given me that annoying, misguided hope that we may well be able to do a job. It's the hope that kills you.

[hackneyfox]

'we may be able to do a job'

Is that a Leicester 'we' or an England 'we'?

The former maybe, the latter has no chance.

[Stadt]

We have good enough players but always have incompetent managers, it's not that hard to overachieve internationally. Tactical coaching is probably the single most important aspect of international success. If we had Conte as manager as a very pragmatic example we'd be reaching at least the semi's.

[Ted Maul]

It' pretty clear that Southgate rates Vardy, he's been second choice to Kane since he became manager. He'll be going to Russia as long as he stays injury-free.

[urban.spaceman]

Has a better shot-to-goals ratio than Kane.

 

If he's not on the plane to Russian I will flippin riot.

[fazzyfox]

2 hours ago, bluesbrothers said:

when was the last time TWO Leicester players were in the same World Cup Squad, and when was the last time two played in the same team at a major tournament, never mind a World Cup?  

John O'Neil and Paul Ramsey in 1986? Both in Northern Ireland squad, not sure about in team together?

[SheppyFox]

He will be going, ofcourse he will

[Rogstanley]

He’ll go to the World Cup but will have a job getting in the starting 11 over Rashford what with Marcus playing for Man Utd.

[davieG]

Full article

 

 Matt Law, football news correspondent,wembley 

10 NOVEMBER 2017 • 9:56PM

The buzz these past few months has been all about England’s youngsters and if and when the next generation will be given their chance.

Whether it be the Under-20s, the Under-17s or the fresh faces Gareth Southgate included in his squad for the Germany and Brazil friendlies, there has been much excitement over England’s youth.

But for Jamie Vardy age is just a number. He was the oldest player on either side to start Friday night’s 0-0 friendly draw between England and Germany, but he raced about the pitch like he is still a teenager.

It took only 90 seconds for 30-year-old Vardy to prove that his diet of red bull and coffee is keeping him alert, as he put on the afterburners to escape the Germany defence and almost set up a goal. The forward’s low cross was missed by Tammy Abraham and fired into the side-netting by Kieran Trippier.

Southgate spoke after the final World Cup qualifier against Lithuania, which the Leicester City star missed, about the importance of Vardy in his squad.

Vardy tries to break clear  CREDIT: GETTY IMAGES

It seems certain that, barring injury, he will travel to Russia to the World Cup for the next leg of his incredible journey from playing non-League football in 2012.

When England went to Brazil for the last World Cup, Vardy was yet to play top-flight football and yet he is now one of country’s fan favourites.

He was one of the few England players to emerge with any credit from the European Championships and it was Vardy’s name that was being chanted in bars and stadiums in France.

It was noticeable that it was also Vardy’s name that received the biggest cheer from the Wembley crowd ahead of kick-off. In an era when fans feel detached from star footballers, Vardy is somebody the man on the street feels they can relate to.

In many ways it all started for him in an international shirt against Germany. Although he had already made four appearances for his country before travelling to Berlin, it was the backheel goal that helped England to a 3-2 victory.

That was towards the end of Vardy’s incredible Premier League title season with Leicester City, but 20 months later he is still more than justifying his England inclusion at club level.

England were without Harry Kane on Friday night CREDIT:REUTERS

Vardy has six Premier League goals for the Foxes this season, two more than Abraham at Swansea City and three better than Marcus Rashford at Manchester United.

He has been involved in 12 goals in his past 15 Premier League games at the King Power Stadium, netting 11 times and assisting twice.

England had to play on the break against Germany, which meant Vardy was vital to Southgate’s team. He won one free-kick to ease pressure on the home defence through sheer willpower by beating Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger to a ball he had been second favourite to reach.

Vardy had a chance to open the scoring on the stroke of half-time, when Ruben Loftus-Cheek took advantage of his pace.

But, having beaten Marc-Andre ter Stegen to the ball, Vardy lofted it too high over the Germany keeper and the danger was cleared.

Again, though, it had been an example of how, with Vardy, England do not need to have the lion’s share of possession to fashion chances – something that is highly valuable against the best teams.

Vardy can't convert a good opportunity at the end of the first half CREDIT: AP

Friday night will not have felt like a friendly run-out for the German back three of Rudiger, Mats Hummels and Matthias Ginter as Vardy did not give them a minute’s peace.

When England were defending, he was often back on the edge of his own area to help out his team-mates. There were leadership qualities on display as well, as Vardy told captain Eric Dier and Loftus-Cheek exactly how he wanted the ball played to him ahead of kick-off for the second half.

It was Trippier who put the cross in from which Vardy was unlucky not to break the deadlock, as Ter Stegen produced a superb save to keep out his header.

When Southgate opted to make his first substitution on the hour mark, Rashford replaced 20-year-old Abraham, who looked far more tired than Vardy, despite being 10 years younger.

As Abraham caught his breath on the sidelines, Vardy continued to race about the pitch and gambol his way into challenges and 50-50 duels.

While the nation may be desperate to see the lion cubs succeed, Vardy proved that England is not just a country for young men. There is still an important role for this particular 30-year-old.

[Gazza M]

I actually agree with Hoddle on his comments on playing the counter attack against the bigger teams. I think Vardy could be key and I did notice it seemed a very obvious ploy last night. Maybe we finally have an England manager who understands how to work with what he has. I hope he is brave enough to maybe go 3-5-2 or 3-4-3 instead of the insipid 4-3-3 square pegs in round holes formation we see month after month. I have a feeling the FA pick that system!!

[somebum]

56 minutes ago, davieG said:

Full article

 

 Matt Law, football news correspondent,wembley 

10 NOVEMBER 2017 • 9:56PM

The buzz these past few months has been all about England’s youngsters and if and when the next generation will be given their chance.

Whether it be the Under-20s, the Under-17s or the fresh faces Gareth Southgate included in his squad for the Germany and Brazil friendlies, there has been much excitement over England’s youth.

But for Jamie Vardy age is just a number. He was the oldest player on either side to start Friday night’s 0-0 friendly draw between England and Germany, but he raced about the pitch like he is still a teenager.

It took only 90 seconds for 30-year-old Vardy to prove that his diet of red bull and coffee is keeping him alert, as he put on the afterburners to escape the Germany defence and almost set up a goal. The forward’s low cross was missed by Tammy Abraham and fired into the side-netting by Kieran Trippier.

Southgate spoke after the final World Cup qualifier against Lithuania, which the Leicester City star missed, about the importance of Vardy in his squad.

Vardy tries to break clear  CREDIT: GETTY IMAGES

It seems certain that, barring injury, he will travel to Russia to the World Cup for the next leg of his incredible journey from playing non-League football in 2012.

When England went to Brazil for the last World Cup, Vardy was yet to play top-flight football and yet he is now one of country’s fan favourites.

He was one of the few England players to emerge with any credit from the European Championships and it was Vardy’s name that was being chanted in bars and stadiums in France.

It was noticeable that it was also Vardy’s name that received the biggest cheer from the Wembley crowd ahead of kick-off. In an era when fans feel detached from star footballers, Vardy is somebody the man on the street feels they can relate to.

In many ways it all started for him in an international shirt against Germany. Although he had already made four appearances for his country before travelling to Berlin, it was the backheel goal that helped England to a 3-2 victory.

That was towards the end of Vardy’s incredible Premier League title season with Leicester City, but 20 months later he is still more than justifying his England inclusion at club level.

England were without Harry Kane on Friday night CREDIT:REUTERS

Vardy has six Premier League goals for the Foxes this season, two more than Abraham at Swansea City and three better than Marcus Rashford at Manchester United.

He has been involved in 12 goals in his past 15 Premier League games at the King Power Stadium, netting 11 times and assisting twice.

England had to play on the break against Germany, which meant Vardy was vital to Southgate’s team. He won one free-kick to ease pressure on the home defence through sheer willpower by beating Chelsea’s Antonio Rudiger to a ball he had been second favourite to reach.

Vardy had a chance to open the scoring on the stroke of half-time, when Ruben Loftus-Cheek took advantage of his pace.

But, having beaten Marc-Andre ter Stegen to the ball, Vardy lofted it too high over the Germany keeper and the danger was cleared.

Again, though, it had been an example of how, with Vardy, England do not need to have the lion’s share of possession to fashion chances – something that is highly valuable against the best teams.

Vardy can't convert a good opportunity at the end of the first half CREDIT: AP

Friday night will not have felt like a friendly run-out for the German back three of Rudiger, Mats Hummels and Matthias Ginter as Vardy did not give them a minute’s peace.

When England were defending, he was often back on the edge of his own area to help out his team-mates. There were leadership qualities on display as well, as Vardy told captain Eric Dier and Loftus-Cheek exactly how he wanted the ball played to him ahead of kick-off for the second half.

It was Trippier who put the cross in from which Vardy was unlucky not to break the deadlock, as Ter Stegen produced a superb save to keep out his header.

When Southgate opted to make his first substitution on the hour mark, Rashford replaced 20-year-old Abraham, who looked far more tired than Vardy, despite being 10 years younger.

As Abraham caught his breath on the sidelines, Vardy continued to race about the pitch and gambol his way into challenges and 50-50 duels.

While the nation may be desperate to see the lion cubs succeed, Vardy proved that England is not just a country for young men. There is still an important role for this particular 30-year-old.

Thanks for that Dave

[MC Prussian]

If there were more Leicester players in that England squad, England could actually go places.

[Webbo]

Vardy's a good player against the better teams that will actuality have a go at us so we can counter attack, not so much against the Lithuanias of this world.

 

Kane is first choice, and rightly so, I'm not sure a partnership with Vardy has ever worked. So, he'll definitely be going but not necessarily starting every game.

[Buzzell]

I can imagine Rashford starting with Kane and Vardy being used as more of a super sub. 

[fuchsntf]

In the finals..IMHO  We should be playing  Kane, Vardy Rashford Sterling together.

thats pace and goals!!...

 

        Kane....Vardy

Rashford................Sterling

          Ali..........Dier/Cheekey-boy

                   Maguire

      Jones  Stones   Walker

 

                Gkeeper

[Ashley]

12 hours ago, Stevosevic said:

It seems certain that, barring injury, he will travel to Russia to the World Cup for the next leg of his incredible journey from playing non-League football in 2012.

 

When England went to Brazil for the last World Cup, Vardy was yet to play top-flight football and yet he is now one of country’s fan favourites.

 

He was one of the few England players to emerge with any credit from the European Championships and it was Vardy’s name that was being chanted in bars and stadiums in France.

 

It was noticeable that it was also Vardy’s name that received the biggest cheer from the Wembley crowd ahead of kick-off. In an era when fans feel detached from star footballers, Vardy is somebody the man on the street feels they can relate to.

 

 

I follow England home and away and i can tell you he is loved.. because he's a typical football lad knows his roots etc. Big hazza is a favourite too.

[yorkie1999]

25 minutes ago, buzzer_b said:

I can imagine Rashford starting with Kane and Vardy being used as more of a super sub. 

Which is the wrong way round because we'll end up trying to beat possession based teams at their own game which, if the last 50 odd years has shown, doesn't work for us when we actually get to tournament finals. What we need to do is play an imposing, attacking style for the first half then play possession based football in the second half when we've hopefully bagged a few goals.

[Tuna]

Scenes when he's cut from the squad alongside Maguire and Southgate takes a half fit Smalling and Welbeck with him.

[Wymsey]

He'll really what to give it a go next year, considering he'll be 32 and knowing it'll be probably his final opportunity to impress in the global stage.

[Stadt]

3 hours ago, MC Prussian said:

If there were more Leicester players in that England squad, England could actually go places.

Danny Simpson and Marc Albrighton aren’t good enough for England

[Strokes]

23 minutes ago, Wookie said:

Danny Simpson and Marc Albrighton aren’t good enough for England

Gray and chilwell might be knocking on the door next season, with any luck.

[gerrytaggart]

Im putting all my faith in Jordan Henderson.

[MC Prussian]

1 hour ago, Wookie said:

Danny Simpson and Marc Albrighton aren’t good enough for England

I'm not saying they necessarily are, but would you prefer to have a team made up from the best English players or rather a good team capable of performing under pressure and on a big stage?

Individual skill doesn't simply equal being successful in a (new) group.

 

Sometimes, it's as if it's expected that when you toss the crème de la crème together, that they are supposed to function like a well-oiled machine (not just the case with England).

But then again, you could blame the manager. Or the FA.