David Noble sacked by Wealdstone after 73 days

National League strugglers Wealdstone have sacked manager David Noble after less than three months at the helm.

The Stones made the decision a day after a 4-0 loss at Boreham Wood on Saturday, their fifth defeat in six, leaving them in danger of relegation to National League South.

Noble replaced Notts County-bound Stuart Maynard in January, overseeing a 2-0 win against Halifax Town in his first match in charge.

It was one of only three league successes for Noble, who led St Albans City to the National League South play-offs last term, as his side also exited the FA Trophy in the quarter-finals on penalties to Solihull Moors.

Assistant manager Neil Banfield has also left the club with Sam Cox taking over as interim manager.

The club’s official website released a statement on Sunday after their decision to relieve Noble of his duties:

“This reluctant decision is not one the board of directors has taken lightly. It regrettably comes after deep and thorough consideration and is made in what we believe to be the best interests of Wealdstone Football Club, particularly in our ongoing attempt to retain our National League status.

“We wish to acknowledge that both David and Neil are individuals of the highest calibre, possessing great knowledge and passion for the game. We have no doubt that, under different circumstances, their tenure with the club could have been met with the success we all strive for and had hoped for when making the appointments. Their professionalism, dedication, and commitment to the club has been evident throughout their time with us.

“We would like to express our sincerest gratitude to David and Neil for their hard work and dedication during their tenure at the club. We wish them both the very best in their future endeavors.”