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James Milner

English association football player · United Kingdom · On the map · Footballers · Born 1986 · age 40

James Philip Milner is an English former professional footballer. A versatile player, Milner played in multiple positions, including wing, in midfield and at full-back. He holds the record for the most Premier League appearances (658) and the longest continuous career in the Premier League.

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A typical day, 30 days to 10 November 2026

The middle day of the days counted, so one week of news cannot move it. The line under it is the last 401 days, one point a day.

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A life in dates

2025Liverpool FC v Brighton & Hove Albion FC, 13 December 2025.13 December 2025,

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Manchester United FC v Brighton & Hove Albion FC, 25 October 2025.25 October 2025,

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1986Born4 January 1986

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Career 14

ClubYearsMatchesGoals
Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.2023-2026391
Liverpool F.C.2015-202323019
Manchester City F.C.2010-201514713
England2009-2016611
Aston Villa F.C.2008-20107311
Aston Villa F.C.2005-2006271
Newcastle United F.C.2004-2008946
England U212004-2009469
Swindon Town F.C.200362
England U19200310
England U202003-200464
Leeds United F.C.2002-2004485
England U172002-2003118
England U162001-200265

Awards

Member of the Order of the British Empire

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He is also one of only five outfield players to have made a Premier League appearance at the age of 40 or older, joining Teddy Sheringham, Ryan Giggs, Gordon Strachan, and Kevin Phillips.

Country
United Kingdom
Category
Footballers
Type
Football / Soccer Player
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1986 · age 40