[3][4] During the tour he surprised some by stating his desire to replace Stacey Jones as New Zealand's long-term halfback.

[3] Ironically, it was Liam's younger brother Kieran who would take a similar role barring injury, debuting in 2009, captaining the side twice & playing a crucial role in their 2014 Four Nations Title & run to the 2013 Rugby League World Cup final.

In 2008 Foran joined Melbourne's Toyota Cup (Under-20s) team, and also played three first grade games for the club during the State of Origin period.

[citation needed] Foran signed with the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles for the 2011 NRL season, joining his brother Kieran.

[citation needed] Foran made his first grade début during the 2012 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles season on 9 April, replacing his younger brother in the team at five-eighth after Kieran was ruled out with a hamstring injury and made a solid contribution in helping Manly end a three-game losing streak with a 30–0 win over Penrith at Brookvale Oval.