Coleraine FC's recent struggles against Linfield came to an end as they secured a dominant 3-0 win at the Showgrounds. The Bannsiders, led by manager Oran Kearney, had suffered a dismal run of just one win in their last 15 meetings with the Blues. But goals from Matthew Shevlin, Jamie McGonigle, and Conor McKendry ensured a comfortable victory for the home side. The win was a welcome boost for Coleraine FC, who had suffered a 4-1 defeat to Cliftonville just six days earlier. New owners Ranald McGregor-Smith and Patrick Mitchell, who completed their takeover of the club on Friday, would have been pleased with the response from the players. McGregor-Smith, a London-based businessman, stated that the investment in Coleraine FC was not a vanity project, but rather a chance to see the club thrive. The match itself saw Coleraine FC create several chances, with Darragh McBrien's early shot blazing high over Rory Brown's crossbar. But it was Matthew Shevlin who broke the deadlock on 66 minutes, heading in the opener. Jamie McGonigle added a second on 75 minutes, before Conor McKendry sealed the win with a third goal. The victory will give Coleraine FC a much-needed confidence boost as they look to climb the Northern Ireland Premiership table. With the new ownership in place, the club will be hoping to build on this result and push for a stronger finish to the season. The Bannsiders' next match will be a crucial test of their resolve, as they look to build on this impressive win. Coleraine FC's players will be eager to replicate this performance and make a push for the top spots in the league.