Higgins took over as Coleraine boss before the 2025-26 season
The man at the helm of Coleraine is no stranger to big match days that come with intense pressure.
During his time as Derry City boss, Ruaidhri Higgins experienced the ecstasy and agony of FAI Cup finals; winning in 2022 but suffering defeat two years later.
But overcoming his own personal struggles is what he says has given him a true sense of perspective as he prepares to lead Coleraine into Saturday's Irish Cup final against holders Dungannon Swifts.
Higgins' brother Kevin died suddenly in 2023 after he suffered a heart attack in his adopted home of Sweden.
