James Milner continues to defy the the norm when it comes to Premier League longevity. The Brighton and Hove Albion midfielder is into a record-extending 24th campaign in the Premier League and has no plans to slow down just yet.
The veteran scored from the penalty spot during Brighton’s 2-1 win over Manchester City on Sunday, equaling from 12 yards as the Seagulls secured a comeback win.
Milner’s goal was his first since joining Brighton from Liverpool in 2023 and a welcome moment after missing much of last season through injury. It was a first goal for Milner in the Premier League since 2019/20 and one that catapults the midfielder into the list of the oldest Premier League goalscorers.
James Milner scores his first Brighton goal from the penalty spot and pays tribute to Diogo Jota with the celebration 🎮 pic.twitter.com/1b2KFgTnl2
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 31, 2025
The 39-year-old – who is also closing in on the Premier League’s all-time appearance record – moves up to second on the list, behind only ex-Portsmouth forward Teddy Sheringham.
The latter remains the only player to have scored a Premier League goal after their 40th birthday. Could Milner, who celebrates that birthday in January, match that feat?
The oldest goalscorers in Premier League history
Teddy Sheringham – 40 years 08 months 24 days
James Milner – 39 years 07 months 27 days
Dean Windass – 39 years 07 months 21 days
Thiago Silva – 39 years 06 months 16 days
Ashley Young – 39 years 04 months 25 days
Ryan Giggs – 39 years 02 months 25 days
Stuart Pearce – 38 years 07 months 01 day
Graham Alexander – 38 years 06 months 00 days
Mark Hughes – 38 years 04 months 26 days
Jamie Vardy – 38 years 04 months 07 days
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