Shels at high point of new era aiming to grip the bat lightly

Shelbourne face Rijeka on Tuesday evening 2-1 after their surprise first leg victory in Croatia. 

Since Joey O'Brien took over as Shelbourne manager eight weeks ago, only Qarabag have inflicted defeat on the League of Ireland champions. Pic: ©INPHO/Andrew Conan

After ripping up the script last week, Shelbourne still need to be word-perfect to write a historic chapter.

A club with a trove of memories began this latest journey just under four years ago.