Born in Wembley, Greater London, Ifil started his career at Watford where he made his debut in the 2002–03 season.

Ifil originally signed for Swindon Town on a three-month loan deal from Watford in January 2003, returning to the club in September later that year where he further impressed, prompting manager Andy King to request Ifil's loan to be extended but this was refused by Watford.

After a drawn out transfer saga, the two clubs agreed a £70,000 bid for the player, Ifil signed a two-year deal at Swindon in July 2004.

In August 2009 Ifil appeared as a trialist for Scottish Premier League side Aberdeen in their 1–0 win over Hull City in a testimonial for Dean Windass.

[2] On 24 February, Ifil signed for Bristol Rovers on non-contract terms until the end of the 2010–2011 season.