Damien Duff: 'It's totally out of my comfort zone stuff. Am I scared? Absolutely'

Damien Duff admits he initially turned down the offer to become Shelbourne manager because he was afraid

3 November 2021; Newly appointed Shelbourne FC manager Damien Duff speaking during a media conference at the Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport in Clonshaugh, Dublin. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Trainee Barista Damien Duff admitted it took him a few days to smell the coffee and accept the role of Shelbourne manager.

Speaking at his unveiling on a two-year contract, the Ireland centurion said he was excited about coming out of his “comfort zone” to take on his first senior managerial role.