Liam Millar
LW
Wide Forward
Sep 27, 1999 (26)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
Leaving Tigers on loan
Millar joined Birmingham City on loan from Hull City for the rest of the 2026/27 season.
Analysis: Millar scored the winning goal in the 1-0 victory over Coventry City on Aug. 29, but that display wasn't enough to convince the coaching staff to keep him around for the EPL campaign. Millar should see consistent minutes at Birmingham and is slated to return to Hull City ahead of the 2027/28 preseason.
Comes off bench, scores winning goal
Millar scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Coventry City.
Analysis: Millar came into the game in the second half and notched the game-winning goal in the 82nd minute, taking advantage of a long through ball to beat Carl Rushworth on a one-on-one. Millar has played off the bench in his two appearances this season, and until that changes, his fantasy value will remain relatively low.
Makes bench in final friendly
Millar (leg) has been included in Hull's squad for Saturday's final friendly against Nice, the club posted.
Analysis: Millar was expected to avoid a significant injury after being forced off with a dead leg in the earlier friendly against Frankfurt, with manager Sergej Jakirovic saying afterward that he should be fine. His inclusion here puts him on track to be an option for the season opener against Manchester United, with Abu Kamara likely to remain among the substitutes if Millar is fully healthy.
Expected to be fine
Millar is expected to avoid a significant injury after being forced off in the weekend's friendly versus Frankfurt, with manager Sergej Jakirovic stating after the game that "Millar has a dead leg, but I think he's OK. I started to laugh when I saw him on crutches.", according to Barry Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail.
Analysis: Millar will aim to be an option for the 2026/27 season opener against Manchester United despite his injury scare in the offseason clash. Such situation would be a relief for a team that has suffered greatly from physical problems lately and could at least have its starting left winger ready to play in official action. On the other hand, Abu Kamara will likely stay among the substitutes if Millar is healthy.
Forced off injured
Millar (undisclosed) was forced off injured in the first half of Saturday's friendly against Frankfurt, according to Baz Cooper of the Hull Daily Mail.
Analysis: Millar was seen holding his knee and receiving treatment before limping off, an early scare that comes not long after a solid World Cup run in which he registered four chances created, 10 crosses and four tackles won across his three appearances on the left flank. Further clarity on the severity of the issue should emerge in the coming days as Hull continues its preseason preparations ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.
Creates one chance
Millar had two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus South Africa.
Analysis: Millar earned his second start of the tournament Sunday, with the attacker playing 70 minutes on the left flank after starting in their opener. He would record a chance created, two crosses and two tackles won, a decent match on the flank. However, his spot could be up for grabs as they enter the round of 16, with Ali Ahmed another option.
Big volume in loss
Millar registered one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to Switzerland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 87th minute.
Analysis: Millar was busy throughout Wednesday's match, he sent in four crosses and created a pair of chances. He failed to put his only shot on goal, but Millar was a creative dynamo throughout the match. Millar should be a big part of the starting XI as Canada look to pull off the upset in the round of 32.
Winger eyes bigger role
Millar was one of Hull's most dynamic attacking outlets during the promotion campaign, contributing three goals and five assists across 36 Championship appearances and bringing pace and directness to the left flank throughout the season.
Analysis: Millar's ability to take on defenders, deliver from wide areas and contribute in the final third made him a consistent threat in coach Sergej Jakirovic's system, and his five assists across all competitions underlined his importance as a creative presence. Millar's experience in international football with Canada gives him a competitive edge heading into the Premier League, and his directness and versatility across the attacking line could prove valuable for Hull as they look to establish themselves in the top flight. Staying fit will be the key factor in determining how much of an impact he can make at the higher level.
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