Paul Ifill

English footballer with notable career

Paul Ifill - English footballer with notable career
Born

October 20th, 1979
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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Professional football career spanned from the late 1990s to 2019, primarily in England and the United States. Played as a winger, culminating a significant tenure at clubs such as Millwall, where he contributed to their FA Cup final appearance in 2004. Had a spell at Southampton, and his later career included impactful performances at Crystal Palace and Sheffield United. Transitioned to play in the US in the latter part of his career, joining USL teams.

Played for Millwall in the FA Cup final 2004

Scored over 50 goals in club football

Competed in Major League Soccer

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