Vardy Scores First Serie A Goal as Cremonese Draw Atalanta, Ending Atalanta's Winning Streak

Jamie Vardy, the 38-year-old English striker who moved to Cremonese from Leicester City, scored his first Serie A goal after five matches with the club, helping Cremonese secure a 1-1 draw against Atalanta. Despite taking the lead late in the match, Cremonese could not hold on as Atalanta quickly equalized with a volley from Marco Brescianini. Vardy expressed joy over his goal but was disappointed the team did not win, emphasizing his motivation to learn Italian and adapt quickly to Serie A's tactical style. His goal made him the oldest player to score for Cremonese in Serie A and the first Englishman to do so for the club, marking an important milestone in his career. The match highlighted Atalanta's continued unbeaten run in the league, although they have struggled to convert dominance into victories, while Cremonese demonstrated resilience following their recent promotion. Vardy’s fitness and readiness to play have dispelled doubts about his performance at an advanced age, as he continues to contribute to his team in Italy's top flight.