Marinath Jeevanatham

The professionalism of the academy, how interactive and friendly everyone has been and I`ve only been here for a week.

Q - Why are you enjoying your time at MIFA?
A - The professionalism of the academy, how interactive and friendly everyone has been and I`ve only been here for a week.

Q - What do you like the most about being at MIFA?
A - The knowledge the coaches have, and the way the knowledge is passed on to us is fantastic. We are urged to think for ourselves as well.

Q - What would you say to your friends at home that are thinking of coming to MIFA?
A - I would tell them that you can learn the English game, and the level of football here in England is so much higher than that of the level in India. Your own game is going to improve, individual enhancement of your performance as well as enhancing the way you play in a team. It teaches you to be a leader on the pitch.

Q - If you could describe MIFA in one word, what would it be?
A - Galvanising.

Q - What do you think of your host family accommodation?
A - I really like the way the house has been set up. Facilities are really comfortable. You have the facility available to you to cook your own meals every day. I like the freedom that has been given to me. Nothing has been restricted. The family is very friendly, they have made me very welcome. I like staying with Koanda; he is a great guy. I like that the house is close to the academy and all the local stores and facilities.

Age: 22
Position: Central Defender
Nationality: Indian
Country: India