James Milner: podcast appearances and interviews

James Philip Milner, born on 4 January 1986, is an English former professional footballer recognized for his versatility on the field. Throughout his career, he played in multiple positions, including wing, midfield, and full-back. Milner holds the record for the most Premier League appearances with 658 matches and has the longest continuous career in the league spanning 24 years. He is among only five outfield players to have appeared in the Premier League at the age of 40 or older. Milner began his football journey supporting Leeds United, joining their Youth Academy in 1996, and made his first-team debut at age 16, becoming the youngest player to score in the Premier League at that time. After Leeds United’s relegation in 2004, he was sold to Newcastle United, where he made over 100 appearances and won the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2006. Milner also spent a year on loan at Aston Villa before transferring permanently in 2008. His notable achievements include winning the PFA Young Player of the Year award in 2010 and signing for Manchester City, where he secured two Premier League titles among other trophies. In 2015, he transferred to Liverpool, serving as vice-captain and winning several major honors, including the UEFA Champions League in 2019, multiple Premier League titles, and other international club trophies. Milner ended his playing career with a three-year spell at Brighton & Hove Albion before retiring on 1 June 2026. Internationally, he earned 61 caps for England, participated in two FIFA World Cups, and competed in UEFA European Championships.