James Milner Reaches Milestone in Premier League Career
James Milner, the midfielder with an incredible Premier League career, achieved another milestone on Tuesday night. He played the full 90 minutes for Brighton against West Ham, marking his 632nd appearance in the Premier League era. This puts him on par with Ryan Giggs, who spent his entire career at Manchester United.
Milner’s next league outing will move him up to second place in the all-time appearance list, with only Gareth Barry having played more games. Despite making his debut for Leeds at the age of 16, the 37-year-old, who turns 38 on Thursday, shows no signs of slowing down.
After leaving Liverpool in the summer, Milner is now on track to break the all-time appearance record in the competition. He only needs 21 more appearances to surpass Barry’s record. However, with only 18 games remaining in Brighton’s campaign, he may need to extend his stay at the club.
Milner’s current deal with Brighton expires this summer, but he has already made 13 appearances in the league this season, indicating that he still has a place in Roberto De Zerbi’s squad.
Speaking after the game, Milner shared some of his secrets to his longevity in the sport. He emphasized the importance of taking advantage of coaching, facilities, and support staff. He also mentioned the drive and enjoyment he still feels for the game.
Milner’s career shows no signs of slowing down, and he could potentially reach another 21 games before the end of the 2024/25 season. It is a remarkable career that continues to thrive as time goes on.
Watch out, Barry!