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Murphy, who left his previous role as Linfield first team coach in October last year, will join Stephen Baxter's side, who are currently third place in the Danske Bank Premiership.

The 45-year-old began his coaching duties at Seaview on Thursday night.

The Crues take on Coleraine at The Showgrounds on Friday night.

Check out our Danske Bank Premiership Team of the Week

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