Hammers fans celebrate European glory in east London

Hammers star Jarrod Bowen netted a last-minute winner to seal victory over Italian side Fiorentina and clinch the Europa Conference League trophy.

It was the club’s first major title since winning the FA Cup back in 1980 and fans gathered outside the club’s home ground in Stratford to revel in the achievement.

This Is Local London: Fans gathered outside the London Stadium to celebrateFans gathered outside the London Stadium to celebrate (Image: PA)

Jubilant supporters were also pictured at screenings of the match at LDN East in Canning Town, and at a fan zone in The Orbit courtyard at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

This Is Local London: West Ham United fan Sanjay Chadha, 55, who has held a season ticket since 1982, celebrates outside the London StadiumWest Ham United fan Sanjay Chadha, 55, who has held a season ticket since 1982, celebrates outside the London Stadium (Image: PA)

The match itself provided a rollercoaster of emotions for Hammers fans, with Said Benrahma putting the side ahead with a penalty midway through the second half.

This Is Local London: Joy for Hammers supporters at a LDN East screeningJoy for Hammers supporters at a LDN East screening (Image: PA)

The match appeared to be heading for extra time after Fiorentina equalised, before Bowen wrote his name in the club’s history books with his late goal.

He described the strike as “the best feeling of my career”.

This Is Local London: Hammers supporters celebrate outside The OrbitHammers supporters celebrate outside The Orbit (Image: PA)

“The fans as well, seeing them after the game I was a bit lost for words,” he added.

“It’s the best feeling of my life, never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d win a European trophy.”

Reporting by PA.

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