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James Milner scored his first Premier League goal in six years during Brighton's match against Manchester City, converting a penalty to equalize the game. The 39-year-old midfielder paid a poignant tribute to his late former Liverpool teammate, Diogo Jota, by replicating Jota's signature "video game" celebration after scoring. Milner also wears the number 20 shirt at Brighton, a number he adopted this season as a mark of respect for Jota, who tragically died in a car crash in July and whose Liverpool shirt number has since been retired.

Milner's penalty was historic as he became the oldest player to score a penalty in Premier League history at 39 years and 239 days, and he is now the second oldest overall goal scorer, behind Teddy Sheringham. This goal marked Milner's first for Brighton and ended his personal Premier League scoring drought since his last goal for Liverpool in December 2019.

Milner's tribute to Jota extends beyond the celebration and shirt number. He expressed that wearing the number 20 jersey honours not only a great player he was fortunate to play alongside but also a close friend. The goal and celebration resonated strongly within the football community, highlighting Milner's respect and affection for his late teammate.

The penalty followed a clear foul on Brighton, and Milner, who came on as a second-half substitute, confidently converted it against City’s goalkeeper James Trafford. His composed finish and subsequent celebration brought a touching moment to the game, blending achievement with deep personal sentiment.


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