Exclusive: David Moyes is eager to achieve UEFA Europa League success after experiencing a taste of victory in Europe with West Ham.

David Moyes, the manager of West Ham United, is basking in the glory of their UEFA Europa Conference League triumph and is hungry for more success. The Scottish manager led the Hammers to their first major tournament victory in 42 years, defeating Fiorentina 2-1 in the final.

Speaking ahead of their second-leg clash with Freiburg, Moyes believes that their European triumph has firmly established West Ham on the map in European football.

Moyes acknowledges the significance of winning a cup competition, especially in Europe, and hopes that this victory will hold a special place in the hearts of West Ham supporters. He emphasizes the importance of such achievements in a club’s history and how it resonates with fans for years to come. The manager and the entire team were thrilled by the result and the memorable journey they experienced in Prague.

Their success in the UEFA Europa Conference League has also earned them a spot in the UEFA Europa League this season. Currently, they are in the last 16 of the competition and remain in contention for more silverware. However, they face an uphill battle as they trail Freiburg 1-0 after the first leg in Germany.

Moyes calls on his players to draw inspiration from their heroic run in the previous season’s competition, particularly their incredible comeback against Sevilla in the last 16. Moyes vividly remembers the Sevilla game, where they lost the first leg 1-0 but managed to secure a 2-1 victory in extra time in the return fixture. He believes that this result ignited their European ambitions and left a lasting impact on everyone involved. The goal scored by Andriy Yarmolenko in the 112th minute was a pivotal moment in the club’s history, as it marked their first notable run in a continental competition since 1981.

The manager acknowledges the strength of Sevilla, a team with a rich history of success in the competition. Overcoming them was a significant achievement for West Ham and fueled their desire for more European football. Moyes expresses his excitement for the upcoming game against Freiburg and emphasizes the club’s hunger for further success.

For fans in England, the West Ham v Freiburg match in the UEFA Europa League can be watched live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. The coverage starts at 17:00 UK time on Thursday, March 14. Subscriptions to TNT Sports are available through various TV platforms such as BT, EE, Sky, and Virgin Media. Fans can also use the Pub Finder tool to locate local establishments showing TNT Sports.