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Liam Millar

Liam Millar is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a forward or winger for Hull City and the Canada national team.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Liam Millar is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a forward or winger for Hull City and the Canada national team. Born in Toronto and raised in Brampton, he came through youth systems in England before establishing himself in senior club football in Europe and internationally with Canada.

Early life and youth career

Millar was born in Toronto and grew up in Brampton, Ontario. He played youth soccer in Canada before moving to England as a child and joining the Fulham and later Liverpool youth systems.

Club career

After progressing through Liverpool’s academy, Millar gained first-team experience through loan spells in Scotland and England. He then joined FC Basel permanently in 2021 and later signed for Hull City in 2024.

International career

Millar has been a senior Canada international and was part of Canada’s squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Canada Soccer also lists him as part of the team that finished first in the final round of CONCACAF World Cup qualifying for 2021–22.

Playing style

Millar is used mainly on the left side of attack, with sources listing him as a left winger, forward, or attacking midfielder. He has also been deployed in central attacking roles when needed.

Key facts

  • Liam Millar is a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a forward or winger for Hull City and the Canada national team.
  • He joined Liverpool’s academy in 2016 and made his senior debut for the club in an FA Cup match in February 2020.
  • Millar had loan spells with Kilmarnock and Charlton Athletic before moving permanently to FC Basel in July 2021.
  • He signed for Hull City in August 2024.
  • He represented Canada at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Canadian context

Millar is a Canadian international from Ontario who has represented Canada at major tournaments, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup. His pathway from Canadian youth soccer to Europe is part of the country’s growing profile in men’s professional soccer.

Frequently asked questions

What position does Liam Millar play?
He is mainly used as a forward or left winger, and some sources also list him as an attacking midfielder.
Which club does Liam Millar play for?
He plays for Hull City.
What national team does Liam Millar represent?
He represents Canada at senior international level.
Where was Liam Millar born?
He was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Did Liam Millar play for Liverpool?
Yes. He joined Liverpool’s academy in 2016 and made his senior debut for the club in February 2020.

References

  1. Canada Soccerhttps://canadasoccer.com/profile/6079/liam-millar/
    Supports: Birthplace, upbringing in Brampton, youth clubs, move to England, senior national team representation, World Cup 2022 participation
  2. Liverpool FChttps://www.liverpoolfc.com/info/liam-millar
    Supports: Liverpool academy joining in 2016, senior debut in February 2020, loan spells, transfer to FC Basel
  3. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liam_Millar
    Supports: Full name, birth date, nationality, current club, positions
  4. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/271879/liam-millar
    Supports: Current club Hull City, squad number, position, birth date, nationality
  5. Transfermarkthttps://www.transfermarkt.us/liam-millar/profil/spieler/487417
    Supports: Birth date, place of birth, height, positions, FC Basel transfer and contract details
  6. CBC Sportshttps://www.cbc.ca/sports/soccer/liam-millar-make-mark-swiss-club-help-canada-earn-world-cup-berth-1.6201926
    Supports: Canada background, youth development, Liverpool pathway, FC Basel move