West Ham United, based in East London, is a mainstay of the English Premier League, calling the London Stadium their home. The club, founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks and later reformed as West Ham United in 1900, wears the famous claret and blue. Currently owned by David Sullivan and David Gold, the team is managed by David Moyes. The 'Hammers' nickname and crest derive from the club's industrial origins. West Ham's identity is deeply tied to its academy, the famed 'Academy of Football', which produced legendary players like Bobby Moore, Geoff Hurst, and Martin Peters—key figures in England's 1966 World Cup win. The club's peak domestic achievement was winning the FA Cup in 1964, 1975, and 1980. In the modern era, the Hammers have solidified their Premier League status and achieved European success, most notably winning the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2023 under Moyes. With a core featuring players like Jarrod Bowen and Lucas Paquetá, they consistently challenge for European qualification. The supporters, known for their passionate renditions of "I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles," create a unique matchday experience.