Moyes’ emotional West Ham farewell: ‘He wanted to be with players in good and bad times’

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In Moyes farewell match at West Ham, there was thanks all round for the Scot's role in improving both the club and the players.

As David Moyes waved farewell to supporters in his lap of honour, he surely saw a banner that read, “Thank you for three years in Europe” and another declaring him “King” of the continent. Those who stayed after the 3-1 victory over showed their appreciation and sang his chant one last time. As they danced to I’m Gonna Be by the Proclaimers, there were no tears from Moyes, no heartfelt speech, but gratitude after embraces from his backroom staff and players after the game.

” Advertisement It was a difficult start to the week for Moyes when majority shareholder David Sullivan informed the Scot he would not be renewing his contract beyond the end of the season. Moyes was unable to tell his players before the announcement was released that evening. Many of the squad, who had a few days off after the chastening 5-0 loss away to , found out via the club’s official tweet. But, in truth, Moyes’ departure was considered inevitable.

 

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