Brighton’s James Milner Scores as Premier League Second-Oldest Scorer vs Man City

James Milner has made Premier League history by becoming the second-oldest goalscorer at 39 years and 239 days old, netting a penalty for Brighton against Manchester City to help secure a 2-1 victory. This goal ended a six-year drought for Milner, whose last Premier League goal came in 2019 with Liverpool, and marked his first for Brighton since joining in 2023. Milner also became the oldest player to score a penalty in the Premier League, surpassing James Trafford, and continues to hold the record as the second-youngest goalscorer in the league when he scored at 16 years and 356 days. The goal was dedicated to his late friend and former teammate Diogo Jota, whose number 20 shirt Milner now wears, believing it brought him luck on the field. Peers and commentators alike have praised Milner’s longevity, fitness, and professionalism, highlighting his remarkable career spanning over two decades and his ability to perform at the highest level even as he nears 40. Although Teddy Sheringham remains the oldest Premier League goalscorer, Milner could potentially surpass this record if he continues playing and scoring beyond 40.