Bristol City's playoff hero David Noble has made his first permanent steps into management after being appointed St Albans City's head coach.
Noble, 40, was the club's interim coach from September following the sacking of Ian Allinson. He helped turn around their form in the National League South league with five victories and two draws in 10 matches before being handed the full-time role. His side currently sit sixth, 13 points off the top.
Defeat against Kidderminster at the weekend in the FA Trophy took the gloss from his appointment but Noble shared his delight at taking up the role, even if he does have to sacrifice his work-life balance.
