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Coleraine seeks success in centenary season of Irish Premiership

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:14 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Coleraine seeks success in centenary season of Irish Premiership
Summary

Coleraine FC is preparing for the upcoming Irish Premiership season as they celebrate their centenary year. Manager Ruaidhri Higgins aims to build on last season's second-place finish and has made key signings, including Northern Ireland international Conor McMenamin and Ben Doherty. The club will face Dungannon Swifts in their opening fixture. However, injury concerns loom, particularly with club captain Mark Coyle's status uncertain as the team embarks on their campaign.

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  • •Coleraine finished second in the league last season, trailing champions Larne.
  • •New signings include Ben Doherty, Jay Henderson, and Conor McMenamin.
  • •First match of the season is against Dungannon Swifts.
  • •Manager Ruaidhri Higgins emphasizes the need to strive for success.
  • •The team faces significant injury concerns heading into the season.
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  • 11:14 PMYahoo Sports — Coleraine preview 26-27: Bannsiders aim for centenary success
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BBC Sport NI takes a look at Coleraine's prospects for the Irish Premiership.

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