Paul Ifill is a decorated former professional footballer and current manager, known for his dynamic play as a right winger for clubs like Millwall, Sheffield United, and Wellington Phoenix, and for representing Barbados internationally. After winning the Football League Second Division with Millwall in the 200001 season, Paul Ifill went on to a distinguished professional football career spanning over two decades. Joining Millwall in 1998, he quickly established himself as a dynamic right winger, making over 200 league appearances during his nearly seven years with the club. Ifill was a key member of the team that also reached the Football League Trophy final in 199899 and notably the FA Cup final in 2004, a significant milestone for the club.
That same year, he took on the head coach position for Christchurch United, guiding them to consecutive Southern League titles in 2022 and 2023, alongside a Chatham Cup victory and an English Cup triumph, both in 2023. Most recently, Ifill assumed the role of Director of Football at Wellington Olympic in 2023. Under his strategic guidance, the club achieved remarkable success in 2024, securing both the Central League title and the prestigious Chatham Cup. His impactful career, marked by significant playing achievements and a rapid ascent in top-tier coaching, positions him as a highly sought-after professional in international football.