Damien Duff writes groveling apology to FAI staff over sacking comment

Duff has now admitted in a letter that 'he knew it was wrong when he said it" and told of his regret after making the remarks.

APOLOGY: Shelbourne manager Damien Duff. Pic: Harry Murphy/Sportsfile

Damien Duff has written a letter of apology to FAI staff after suggesting in midweek that an Irish football reset might benefit from shedding 90% of them.

His comments emerged during a press conference promoting his Shelbourne side’s return to European competition after a 17-year absence, coming in the wake of the disturbing broadcast on historical abuse against female players.