‘I couldn’t process it… it was the worst news imaginable’ – Derry boss Ruaidhri Higgins on the death of his brother
Kevin’s death made his footballing day job a blessing and a curse but now adds motivation
Derry City manager Ruaidhrí Higgins at the game against Shamrock Rovers in March, in the week where a service was held for his late brother, Kevin
Daniel McDonnell
Before Ruaidhrí Higgins takes the time to open up about the devastating loss of his brother Kevin, the Derry City manager wants to speak about the legacy of another.
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