Nobes comments trusted by all Hammers
He has travelled with the first team and played his part as the Under-18s lifted the FA Youth Cup earlier this year – and secured the U18 Premier League South Division title.
One player has perhaps been guided more than any by Noble, in Declan Rice. Noble was immensely proud as he watched his mate follow in the footsteps of Irons legends Billy Bonds and Bobby Moore and lift a major trophy.
He said: “It couldn’t happen to a nicer fella. I am so proud of him. I know his family so well. And I can’t praise him enough. With Dec, it is different. It goes a bit further.
“But it is not just about today. Today is the pinnacle; it’s from years and years of hard work. There has been a lot of failure, a lot of hard work, and a lot of tears. But that is why we love the Club because West Ham is West Ham, and you never know what is around the corner. Nights like this are really special!”
