Inside Damien Duff's family life with wife Elaine and children as Shelbourne chase League of Ireland title

Damien Duff is hoping to win his first trophy as a manager when Shelbourne take on Derry City tonight at the Brandywell.

Shelbourne have led the league for nearly the entire season, and although they suffered a major dip in form, big wins against Drogheda and Waterford mean they top the league going into the final game.

Duff has done a remarkable job with the Tolka Park-based outfit. The former Ireland international guided the Reds to an FAI Cup final in his first season in charge and ensured safety in the Premier Division. The following season, Shelbourne managed to secure European Football.

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And now, the North Dublin outfit is on the verge of their first title win since 2006. The task isn't an easy one, however. They will likely need to beat Derry away this evening.

Duff tends to keep his private life private. But this is what we know about it.

Is Damien Duff married?

The former Chelsea star tied the knot to long time sweetheart Elaine in 2010.

They celebrated their wedding with an intimate affair at Babington House in Somerset, UK, with close friends and family.

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Does he have children?

The pair have two children together called Woody and Darcy.

Duff's son was born with a congenital heart condition, and when the former Ireland star signed for Shamrock Rovers, he pledged his entire salary split between Temple Street and Children's Heart Ireland.

The family live in Wicklow.

How many times did Duff play for Ireland?

Duff played for Ireland 100 times. His last cap was in Ireland's final Euro 2012 game against Italy, and he retired from international football shortly after.

The silky winger started his career at Blackburn Rovers before moving to Chelsea. He had spells at Newcastle and Fulham before winding down his career at Melbourne City and Shamrock Rovers.

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