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Nasty_Nick 3:30 Thu Apr 30
Could Noble be an option as playmaker?
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http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2015/04/29/mark-noble-could-be-the-perfect-number-10-for-west-ham-with-down/
Earlier this season, things were going rather well for West Ham, with Noble playing in a diamond midfield alongside Alex Song, Cheikhou Kouyate and Stewart Downing.
Noble was the willing runner in that system, harrying opponents on the ball, and creating the off chance. However, main playmaking duties were left to Song - in the deep-lying midfield role - and Downing, who was the number 10.
This led the East London club up the Premier League table, and won head coach Sam Allardyce some deserved plaudits.
However, injuries and a loss in form to Downing and Song have resulted in just two victories for the Hammers in 2015, and a top 10 placing looks out of the question. Obviously these issues are not down to any specific person, although the continual inclusion of Kevin Nolan raises a few eyebrows.
Playing as the number 10 following Downing’s loss in form, Nolan looks off the pace when asked to perform weekly in the top flight. A great servant of the club, his time is surely up, and it begs the question of who can take his place as the teams main playmaker.
Nolan is past his best, Downing himself is ageing, and it creates a huge tactical issue for Allardyce.
However, Noble has all the abilities to play in that advanced role, and it arguably suits him, and the team, better than his current position.
Noble plays the second most key passes in the entire Hammers squad - 1.4 per game to Downing’s 2.4 - whilst possessing a higher pass accuracy than the former Liverpool man. He also, surprisingly, completes more dribbles than Downing and draws more fouls than the winger.
His attacking play is impressive, especially considering his usual deep-lying role restricts his effect in the final third, and just imagine how effective he would be if let loose from his defensive responsibilities.
Speaking of these responsibilities, Noble is also a far better option in the number 10 role than Downing when it comes to pressing from the front and the need to win the ball back early.
The 27-year-old completes 2.5 tackles per game and two interceptions per game, far better than Downing, and even toning these down to increase his attacking efficiency would make him a far better all-round number 10 than Downing.
Downing and Nolan have enjoyed successful careers as playmakers, but it looks as if their time at the top of their game is coming to an end. Rather than persevering with the ageing duo, Allardyce should look towards Noble as his main creative outlet, with the tireless midfielder potentially a fix for a key tactical issue in the Hammers current set-up.
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Russ of the BML
4:10 Sat May 2
Re: Could Noble be an option as playmaker?
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Hammer and Pickle 4:31 Fri May 1
OK. I'll take your word for it.
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Hammer and Pickle
4:31 Fri May 1
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Russ of the BML 2:00 Fri May 1
When given lease to attack in a like-minded midfield and general set-up, he looks very solid on the ball as he surges forward with sometimes surprising pace (ooh-err, that will raise a few blisters with Fordy).
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Thames Ironworks
4:25 Fri May 1
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Noble can be an influence in a game but he needs equal if not better support than his own skills allow. This has been the case in a number of games especially when Tevez was here. Noble does have a good passing and tackling accuracy but he needs someone to feed from his game.
He is the type of player who does not shine but is a servant when supported correctly. I liken him to Carrick who also does not get the accolades he deserves.
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BigLee
4:18 Fri May 1
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NO
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Monk~koknee
3:59 Fri May 1
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We have to find something he can do adequately for the next 5 years. Programme seller, groundsmen.......???
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SJS
3:52 Fri May 1
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No
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toadinthehole
3:46 Fri May 1
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No, no and no
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Russ of the BML
2:00 Fri May 1
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Hammer and Pickle 9:05 Thu Apr 30
No disrespect. But by technical ability you mean he can trap a ball and then pass it?
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Krap not Pu
9:19 Fri May 1
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Personally ...i'd prefer to see him in the Rob Jenkins role...bringing on the magic sponge ! and yes that does mean NOT in a starting role let alone as a potential playmaker. Who has ever heard of a playmaker who creates so little and prefers to pass a ball sideways or back??
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Hammer and Pickle
11:51 Thu Apr 30
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So does WHO believe he has a mental disability?
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Ronald_antly
11:46 Thu Apr 30
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There are few people that can receive the ball, stop, and then turn back like Mark Noble does.
Actually, I suppose a lot of players could do that, but most prefer to do something useful.
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Willtell
11:30 Thu Apr 30
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No!
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JAC
11:01 Thu Apr 30
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Playmaker? Don't make me laugh,he shouldn't even be in the team.Had his moments in the past but he should be gone by now.
He's just not very good anymore.
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stomper
10:02 Thu Apr 30
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mallard 9:12 Thu Apr 30
Ferchrissakes don't complain!
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1985
9:56 Thu Apr 30
Re: Could NOBLE be an option as playmaker?
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Hugh, are you actually from Mars. I never understand any of your posts.
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Hugh Monteith
9:12 Thu Apr 30
Re: Could NOBLE be an option as playmaker?
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We need a versatile schemer like Ante Coric.a true sideman like Rolando Aarons and a passing power shooting midfielder like Rob Quaison to add to our midfield squad.
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mallard
9:12 Thu Apr 30
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Rodfarts 6:03 Thu Apr 30
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This is a blatant wind up
Is that your only contribution ?
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Uncle Junior
9:09 Thu Apr 30
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Based on the fact he can't fucking pass the ball more than 10 yards ' that would be a NO
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Hammer and Pickle
9:05 Thu Apr 30
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Yes, with a decent coach and positive tactician selecting the team, why not?
He's got loads of technical ability on the ball and of course he's got a shot on him. He just needs to be given the role.
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mike hunt
8:48 Thu Apr 30
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Don Ravioli
7:13 Thu Apr 30
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The only option noble should be is from the bench
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