'I need to stop working as hard' - Duff looks for the right direction at Shels

Survival and a cup final in his first season at the helm but the former Ireland winger is still facing up to some searching questions 

LEARNING TO LEAD: Shelbourne manager Damien Duff celebrates after the Extra.ie FAI Cup Semi-Final match between Waterford FC and Shelbourne at Waterford RSC in Waterford. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

As much as he’ll be in the zone for tomorrow’s FAI Cup final, Damien Duff will this time ensure he’s facing the correct direction for the national anthem.

One of Ireland’s most decorated players isn’t one for memorabilia, the walls of his house in Wicklow and office at Tolka Park devoid of jerseys, medals or pictures denoting his career of distinction.