Tag: James Milner

Brighton Sink Liverpool as Welbeck Double Deepens Slot Pressure

Brighton
March 2026

Liverpool suffered another damaging setback as Brighton beat them 2-1, with Danny Welbeck scoring twice in a performance that increased pressure on Arne Slot. The defeat was made worse by an early injury to Hugo Ekitike and another disjointed team display. Ekitike went off inside 10 minutes after a challenge from James Milner, disrupting Liverpool’s plan early. Welbeck then scored on either side of a Milos Kerkez equaliser, while Brighton continued to create the better chances and forced Liverpool into desperate late defending.

Milner details six-month setback after complication left foot unusable

James Milner
February 2026

Milner revealed a complication from a routine knee operation led to a serious issue where he could not lift his foot or toes for six months. What was expected to be a short absence became a long layoff due to post-operation complications affecting function in his foot and toes.

Milner Signs On to Hit 1,000 Games

James Milner (Brighton & Hove Albion)
June 2025

Brighton have handed James Milner a one-year extension, keeping the 39-year-old in the Premier League as he approaches the milestone of 1,000 professional games.
Despite an injury-hit 2024/25 season with only four appearances, Brighton value Milner’s leadership and experience, backing the veteran to contribute as he eyes a historic career landmark.

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