Brentford 0-2 Brighton: Bees beaten at home as James Milner makes Premier League history | OneFootball

Milner's special afternoon concluded in the with a round of applause from both sets of supporters

Record breaker: James Milner

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Brighton marked James Milner's record-breaking 654th Premier League appearance with a much-needed 2-0 win at Brentford.

The pressure had mounted on Seagulls boss Fabian Hurzeler after a run of one league win in 13 and he again turned to veteran midfielder Milner in attempt to arrest a worrying run of results.

Milner's inclusion meant he moved past Gareth Barry's previous record of 653 appearances in the competition and it proved an occasion to remember all round for Brighton after first-half goals by Diego Gomez and Danny Welbeck.

Gomez scored in the 30th minute to end the visitors' three-match run without a goal and Brentford captain Nathan Collins was at fault when Welbeck made it 2-0.

Collins' poor clearance allowed Welbeck to fire home for his 10th goal this season before Milner's special afternoon concluded in the 90th minute with a round of applause from both sets of supporters at Gtech Community Stadium.

Speaking afterwards, Milner said: "It will be nice to stop talking about it! It was so important to get the win today. I always want to play a part in the team, improving and getting better and winning games.

"To pass the mark [564 games] it's obviously a big number, but it's not something I've really concentrated on. Anyone who knows me knows I'm all about the team.

"I'ts a good opportunity to give a nod to everyone who has helped me get here - family, friends, physios and sports scientist. I've been fortunate to ge there working with a lot of good clubs and people."