Liam Polworth, a Scotsman born on 12 October 1994, is a 30-year-old accomplished footballer best known for his position as a central midfielder. He is currently a key player for Kilmarnock, wearing the number 31 jersey. Standing 5ft 11in tall (1.81m), weighing in at 11st 4lb (72kg), Polworth's presence on the pitch is significant.
Briefly tracing his career, Polworth embarked on his professional journey in July 2010 when he joined Scottish League One outfit, Inverness CT. He debuted in the 2010 - 2011 season making a single first team appearance in league matches. Over the years, Polworth's involvement with Inverness CT grew in quantity and quality. In the 2015 - 2016 season, he made 36 first team appearances, netting the ball six times.
By July 2019, Polworth was ready to take on a new challenge. He transferred from Inverness CT to Motherwell, a prominent team in the Scottish Premiership. During the 2019 - 2020 season, he made 30 first team appearances and managed to score. In the following season, he made 21 appearances, proving his consistent form.
In July 2021, another significant chapter in Polworth’s career was added. He transferred from Motherwell to Kilmarnock, another well-respected team in the Scottish Premiership. From season 2022 to the current 2025 - 2026 season at Kilmarnock, Polworth has been consistently present on the field, making over 25 appearances each season and adding to his goal tally.
A noteworthy aspect of Polworth’s stint with Kilmarnock is his temporary transfer to Dunfermline Athletic, a Championship team. He was loaned in February 2022 and returned in June the same year. Nonetheless, his form didn't waver, making 26 team appearances and scoring once upon his return to Kilmarnock for the 2022 - 2023 season.
Besides his league exploits, Polworth has also participated in the League and Scottish Cups for Kilmarnock. He started in four matches and made a substitute appearance in the League Cup 2025 - 2026 and also made a start in the Scottish Cup 2024 - 2025. With a career reflecting steady growth and consistent performance, Liam Polworth has certainly made his mark in the sphere of Scottish football.
