Jamie Vardy wife: Becky says England star was left in tears following World Cup defeat
JAMIE VARDY’S wife Becky admitted her and the England striker were left in tears following the team's defeat against Croatia in the World Cup semi-final last week.
Rebekah Vardy host's homecoming party for England striker
The 36-year-old WAG revealed she was going to leave Russia following the England team’s loss, but decided to stay for the third-place play off against Belgium on Saturday.
Rebekah told OK! Magazine: “Jamie was obviously gutted they lost the semi-final.
“We all cried, it was a strange mixture of tears of pride and also sadness that their journey was over.”
Speaking further about her husband, she continued: “Jamie never stops amazing me.
“I had a few tears even when he first came on as my husband who was playing non-league football just a few years ago and who many people called a one season wonder was stepping onto the pitch to play for our country in a World Cup semi-final.”
We all cried, it was a strange mixture of tears of pride and also sadness that their journey was over
Praising the England team, she continued: “I am so proud of the entire squad, all 23 of them.
“They went to Russia with no one expecting anything of them and they made it to a World Cup semi-final.
“It’s amazing how they have changed people’s perceptions of England.”
Rebekah also went on to praise England manager Gareth Southgate, saying “he understands” what the team need.
She told the publication: “He is relatable and finds time for everyone.
“I think he will take this team on to even bigger and better things.”
Rebekah arrived back home to the UK yesterday and updated her 385,000 Instagram fans with her journey.
In a clip of her enjoying a view from a private jet, she commented: “Never been so happy to see the UK”.
The former I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! star then gave fans an insight into Jamie’s welcome home party.
Rebekah, Jamie and their family enjoyed a gathering which consisted of decorations, food and karaoke.
The brunette beauty took to her page to upload a snap from the party.
She uploaded the picture with the caption: “welcome home” followed by multiple heart emojis.
Becky’s picture received comments from many of her social media fans.
One user commented: “Fabulous photo @beckyvardy.”
A second penned: “Welcome home,lovely pic. Well done Jamie, so so proud of England lads..have a enjoy with family.”(sic)
Read the full story in this week's OK! Magazine - out today.