How Damien Duff will bring a no-nonsense approach to Shelbourne

Shelbourne’s new manager is the first among the trio of peers that include Robbie Keane and Richard Dunne to accept a permanent senior post

From wingman to front and centre, the latest chapter of Damien Duff’s career, as Shelbourne manager, will be forensically observed from the moment he breathes the words of his first answer to the press today.

Shelbourne’s new manager is the first among the trio of peers that include Robbie Keane and Richard Dunne to accept a permanent senior post and it’s evident the 42-year-old agonised over its suitability since the Reds first made their approach last week.