DEAN Shiels says the backing of the home fans is going to be huge throughout the season as the Bannsiders return to The Showgrounds tomorrow night…

Coleraine welcome derby rivals Ballymena United to the Ballycastle Road in the second Sports Direct Premiership contest of the season (KO 7:45pm).

Shiels acknowledged that he is excited by the challenge ahead and he is looking forward to giving several of his players their home debuts.

Coleraine started their season with a 1-1 draw away to Dungannon Swifts last Saturday and head coach Shiels acknowledged that they have been working hard to make some improvements ahead of the clash against the Sky Blues.