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Coleraine sit second in the Premiership, one point behind Linfield. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Former Coleraine star on challenges provided by 'deep squad'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins reveals why Israel interest 'not something that appeals to me'

Linfield's Kitt Nelson celebrates his goal against Coleraine. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

David Healy delight as 'tactically very good' Linfield seal statement win

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/ Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins reveals Coleraine 'good to go' for Linfield showdown

Senan Devine celebrates scoring against Crusaders last weekend. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Former Coleraine ace delighted as 'outstanding' local lad seizes opportunity

EXCLUSIVE: Irish League star set for Coleraine return in title bid boost

Glentoran manager Duncan Ferguson watching Coleraine tackle Crusaders at Seaview on Saturday. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

'Sideshow' goal to spoil 'fantastic fella' Duncan Ferguson debut party

Senan Devine (centre) celebrating with Coleraine team-mates after finding the net at Seaview against Crusaders. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

WATCH: Irish League teen scorer 'always looking to hurt the opposition'

Coleraine striker Matthew Shevlin. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Goals just the start point as 'you need to have other strings to your bow'

EXCLUSIVE: Former Coleraine star opens door for Irish League return

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins celebrates after his side's Premiership win over Larne. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins praise for 'real top-class' Coleraine star after Larne win

Coleraine celebrate in front of the away fans after Joel Cooper's match-winning strike on Friday during a stunning 3-2 comeback win from 2-0 down at defending champions Larne. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

'I've had worse Fri evenings lol': Fans react to Coleraine comeback win in Larne

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins accuses Larne of 'trying to put pressure' on match officials

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins insists Coleraine aren't favourites for title glory

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins

MANAGER'S VERDICT: Ruaidhri Higgins hails 'really positive result' for Coleraine

Ben Doherty is on the cusp of making his 100th appearance for Coleraine

Coleraine chief in high praise for ace who is set to make 100th appearance
Coleraine chief Ruaidhri Higgins says Ben Doherty is “a credit to himself” as the full-back is set to make his 100th appearance for the club this weekend.
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Joe Thomson heads in Coleraine's third goal on Sunday during victory over Bangor. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

'It wasn't a classic' but Irish League leaders bank 'brilliant return'

Joe Thomson celebrates scoring Coleraine's winner against Bangor. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Coleraine survive early Bangor scare to move three points clear at summit

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins confident goals will start to flow for 'natural-born finisher'

Linfield manager David Healy salutes the supporters after victory on Friday over Boyle Sports Premiership leaders Coleraine. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

'Little bit boring' Linfield end Coleraine's unbeaten Irish League start

Coleraine's fans at the Irish Cup final. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins insists 'can't tar them all with same brush' as Coleraine fined

Linfield manager David Healy (right) and Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by INPHO/Brian Little)

Why Ruaidhri Higgins feels Linfield boss David Healy is 'brilliant example'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins

MANAGER'S VIEW: Ruaidhri Higgins slams unacceptable second half performance

Lyndon Kane has agreed terms on a new two-year deal to remain at Coleraine, with the club holding the option of triggering another year

North-west derby is 'a really dangerous game' for Coleraine: Higgins

Lyndon Kane has agreed terms on a new two-year deal to remain at Coleraine, with the club holding the option of triggering another year

Coleraine pair agree contract extensions to remain at The Showgrounds

Declan Devine left his post as Glentoran manager via mutual consent on Monday

'Brilliant person' Declan Devine built 'really competitive team' at Glentoran

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins celebrates his side's win over Ballymena United. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins not bothered as 'worst performance' ends in derby delight
Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins felt his side’s performance during their 3-2 Premiership win over rivals Ballymena United was “probably our worst of the season” – but wasn’t overly concerned with points the priority for the Bannsiders.
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Ruaidhri Higgins (left) leads Coleraine into the first derby meeting against Ballymena United on Friday night

Coleraine want 'feel-good factor' at The Showgrounds to continue: Higgins

Coleraine’s Senan Devine (right) celebrates after scoring against Crusaders. (Photo by INPHO/Stephen Hamilton)

Irish League teen backed as 'next big player' to earn dream move across water

Ruaidhri Higgins admits he loves working with striker Matthew Shevlin

Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins 'mad about' striker who keeps finding the net

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins

MANAGER'S VIEW: Ruaidhri Higgins pleased with fast start in Coleraine home win

Conor McMenamin departed Coleraine after just over two months at the club. (Photo by Coleraine FC)

Why shock Conor McMenamin exit has 'probably worked out well for both parties'

Adam Brooks following confirmation of his transfer to Coleraine from Crusaders in what is understood an Irish League record fee. (Photo by Coleraine FC)

'Natural centre-forward' breaks Irish League transfer record

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'I didn’t think it was ideal' - Coleraine boss explains Conor McMenamin exit

Conor McMenamin celebrating a goal for Glentoran in 2022. The 31-year-old is expected to complete a shock transfer to Glentoran from Coleraine before the close of the summer transfer window on September 1, just 10 weeks after returning to the Irish League from Scotland. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

International's shock move between rivals 10 weeks after Irish League return

Ruaidhrí Higgins (left) is masterminding Coleraine's charge towards the Premiership title. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Former Coleraine manager feels club 'by far the favourites' for title glory

A foul by Mikey Hewitt on Coleraine's Matthew Shevlin leads to a penalty kick in victory over Portadown on Friday at Shamrock Park. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Winless Portadown no 'doom and gloom' as Coleraine praise for away-joy 'hunger'

Coleraine have announced a deal for Finn Tonks from AFC Bournemouth on a permanent basis. (Photo by Dylan Kirkpatrick/Coleraine FC)

Irish League transfer for former Chelsea and Bournemouth 'great athlete'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins slams 'terrible' pitch and provides transfer update

Coleraine’s Joel Cooper and team-mates celebrate in front of the away supporters during success at Carrick. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins savours 'satisfying' win on the road at Carrick Rangers

Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins

MANAGER'S VIEW: Ruaidhri Higgins pleased with hard-fought win at tough venue

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Dylan Boyle tips Coleraine team-mate to seize chance when called upon

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins reveals Coleraine rejected 'substantial approach' last summer

Coleraine ace Joel Cooper (right) is paid close attention by Sean Graham of Larne

Bannsiders 'won't get too down' after failing to breach Larne in goalless draw

Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins

MANAGER'S VIEW: Ruaidhri Higgins says Bannsiders won't get down about Larne draw

Coleraine's Ben Doherty celebrates scoring on his club return in Saturday's win over Dungannon Swifts. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Former Irish League star feels title bid 'has to be the ambition' for Coleraine

Coleraine manager Ruaidhrí Higgins. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

'He's fully fit': Ruaidhri Higgins sends clear 'until that changes' message

Coleraine's Jay Henderson celebrates scoring on his Premiership debut. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins hits back at 'rubbish' Coleraine squad chat

Larne were crowned Premiership champions last season. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

Gary Haveron clear 'Galactico team' Coleraine 'one everyone should be chasing'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins will have his sights set on Gibson Cup glory this season. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

'It's slightly disrespectful': Ruaidhri Higgins on Coleraine title favourite tag

Rob Slevin has signed for Coleraine on a season-long loan from Derry City. (Photo by Dylan Kirkpatrick/Coleraine FC)

Coleraine transfer offers 'a bit of everything' after League of Ireland switch

Ruaidhri Higgins has been clear that Coleraine's ambition is to fight for Premiership title honours this season - and they're priced as favourites to be holding the Gibson Cup come April. With the likes of Northern Ireland star Conor McMenamin, Jay Henderson and Ben Doherty joining a star-studded squad which already includes Joel Cooper, Matthew Shevlin and Will Patching, the Bannsiders have a huge chance of winning a first league title since 1974.

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Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins reveals Coleraine star 'has to undergo an operation'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Coleraine manager clear summer switch would be 'progressive step'

Coleraine manager Ruaidhri Higgins. (Photo by Desmond Loughery/Pacemaker Press)

Ruaidhri Higgins reveals Coleraine transfer stance after 'horrendous injury'

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