‘I love Ireland more than anybody and that’s why it always hurt’ – Simon Zebo on racism and black identity in modern Ireland

Not all battles can be fought with a smile, but Zebo has always tried to be himself – unapologetically

Simon Zebo celebrates with team-mates after scoring Munster’s second try during the Champions Cup victory over Toulon at Stade Felix Mayol. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

David Kelly

Don’t tell him that he doesn’t care. Just look at his face.

For a second, even Simon Zebo doesn’t recognise Simon Zebo. “Some head on me!”