"Yeah, not too bad, we'll take the three points," Milner said. Team first, always. Gathered at Brighton's training ground were several journalists and a Guinness Book of World Records representative waiting to hand Milner three awards for Premier League-related honors. Replica jerseys with Milner's name and number dotted the room, ready to act as backdrops for various broadcast commitments -- all because of his stunning achievement."
"I suppose I've always tried to get on with my job and keep my head down, really," Milner said. "I don't want it to come across as disrespectful or anything because I've had so many amazing messages ... but it's probably I'm not used to the fuss." Since Milner made his debut back in November 2002, he has racked up appearances for Leeds United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Liverpool and now Brighton."
"When Milner checked his phone after his 654th appearance, he was greeted by hundreds of messages from former teammates, managers, coaches, friends and folks he met playing golf in America. One message was from Gareth Barry, the man whose record he'd surpassed. Barry offered congratulations, and Milner wished him a happy birthday for Monday."
James Milner achieved a historic milestone by making his 654th Premier League appearance for Brighton & Hove Albion, surpassing Gareth Barry's previous record. The achievement was marked by a formal recognition ceremony at Brighton's training ground, where Guinness Book of World Records representatives presented him with three awards. Milner received hundreds of congratulatory messages from former teammates, managers, and friends, including Barry himself who graciously acknowledged the record-breaking accomplishment. Despite the significant achievement and media attention, Milner expressed discomfort with the spotlight, preferring to focus on his team's performance rather than personal accolades. His career spans over two decades across multiple clubs including Leeds United, Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Brighton.
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