Leicester City celebrated their return to the Premier League in style after securing the Championship title with a 3-0 win against Preston. The victory guaranteed them the top spot with a game to spare, thanks to a stellar performance by their 37-year-old captain, Jamie Vardy. Vardy, who played a crucial role in Leicester’s remarkable Premier League triumph in 2016 and their first FA Cup victory three years ago, scored twice in the game, taking his tally for the season to 20 goals.
Reflecting on the win, Vardy expressed his joy at celebrating with the fans and the thrill of scoring goals, particularly in front of the supporters. His goals, including a mishit effort and a follow-up to a rebounded shot, helped Leicester clinch the title with a commanding performance.
Leicester’s promotion back to the Premier League comes after a challenging season that saw them face financial difficulties and a threat of points deduction for alleged breaches of profit and sustainability rules. Nonetheless, the team’s resilience and determination led them to a successful campaign that culminated in their return to the top flight.
Leeds and Ipswich are currently battling it out for the remaining promotion spot in the Championship, with Leeds sitting in second place on goal difference. The final day of the season is expected to be intense, with Ipswich facing Coventry and Leeds taking on Southampton in crucial matches that will determine who joins Leicester in the Premier League next season.
Only the top two teams in the Championship are automatically promoted, while the teams finishing from third to sixth will compete in the playoffs for the final promotion place. As the season reaches its climax, the race for promotion promises excitement and drama until the last minute.
