Higgins expects players to bounce back

DERRY City’s Ruaidhri Higgins was a dejected figure following their FAI Ford Cup quarter-final defeat at Sligo Rovers.

Raffaele Cretaro’s first half goal was enough for the champions to overcome Declan Devine’s side.

Derry City's Michael Duffy holds off Sligo Rovers winger Pascal Millien, during Sunday's FAI Ford Cup quarter-final tie, at the Showgrounds.placeholder image
Derry City's Michael Duffy holds off Sligo Rovers winger Pascal Millien, during Sunday's FAI Ford Cup quarter-final tie, at the Showgrounds.

After the game at the Showgrounds, Sentinel Sport’s Editor Kevin McLaughlin spoke to Higgins, who insisted there season is far from over.

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