Kevin Zefi

Tell us a little bit about your background Kevin i.e. where you were born and where you live:

I was born in Dublin Ireland and I live in Clonsilla, Dublin 15.

What school do you attend and what subjects interest you most?

I attend Luttrellstown Community College and I enjoy PE the most.

What is your first memory of football and can you remember where you got your interest in the game from?

I played in a local mini-league and I enjoyed it. I got my interest in the game from when I was younger, I used to love doing skills against other players and I just really enjoyed it.

Have you tried your hand at any other sports?

No, I haven’t but I have played GAA in primary school.

When did you join Shamrock Rovers?

It’s been about two years, just as Damien Duff left.

What was your first impression of the club?

It was a very warm welcome thanks to the staff and players.

What did you make of playing in the League of Ireland Under 15 league last year?

I learned that you have to move the ball quicker and I adapted quickly to it.

What was your standout moment with Shamrock Rovers last year?

Scoring on my debut against Waterford away.

Do you have also a standout moment with Ireland from last year?

Captaining my country against Latvia on my debut with Ireland.

What are the countries you have played against for Ireland?

Luxembourg, Faroe Islands, Latvia, Poland, England, Australia, Spain, Holland, Czech Republic.

How would you describe yourself as a player using a maximum of six words?

Skilful, powerful, creative, quick, hungry, tricky.

What’s the best piece of advice you have been given so far?

That no matter what, keep the head up, keep smiling and enjoy the game.

How are you coping with there being no football at the moment?

It’s a tough time but I’m working hard every day doing our schedule that the club has sent us. I also play a bit of football with friends.

How do you occupy yourself during the day?

Training and watching players I look up to and learning new things every day.

How did you juggle your schoolwork and football training last year?

It was tough, some days I didn’t get to complete my homework but the next day I would try and get it done in school most of the time.

What football Apps do you have on your phone?

Livescore.