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West Ham boss Allardyce: Downing outstanding

Stewart Downing was again outstanding for West Ham United in victory over QPR.

Playing in a more central role in the midfield diamond, Downing continued his impressive start to the season with another accomplished performance at Upton Park.

"Stewart Downing was outstanding for me - he was my man of the match," manager Sam Allardyce said.

"The amount of ball we can get to him in that position in midfield, in a diamond, has been fantastic for him and for us.

"He is spraying balls all over the place and that confidence is growing again - that quality is fantastic to see."

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