James Milner Breaks Premier League Record for Most Appearances
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James Milner of Brighton & Hove Albion has broken the record for most Premier League appearances in England. The 40-year-old midfielder set the new mark by playing his 654th league game, surpassing the previous record holder.
Reported Facts
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- •James Milner reached a record 654 Premier League appearances in February 2026.
- •Milner broke the previous Premier League appearance record during a match for Brighton & Hove Albion.
- •The English midfielder is 40 years old at the time of setting the record.
- •The new record was confirmed after Milner featured in a league game on 21 February 2026.
- •Milner’s record covers appearances made for several clubs, including Leeds United, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Brighton.
- •The previous Premier League appearance record was held by another English player before Milner surpassed it.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If James Milner continues playing regularly for Brighton after breaking the record His Premier League appearance total may rise further, making the record harder for future players to reach.
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Primary Sources (7)
RUKommersant (RU)Джеймс Милнер побил рекорд по количеству матчей в чемпионате Англии по футболуRURIA Novosti (RU)Милнер стал рекордсменом по количеству матчей в АПЛCNChannel News AsiaMilner set to break Premier League appearance record with 654th gameCNChannel News AsiaBrighton's Milner breaks Premier League appearance record