David Moyes was left frustrated as West Ham suffered a 1-0 defeat to Freiburg in the Europa League, with the match marred by controversy over a denied penalty and off-field disruptions. The game was overshadowed by a late VAR decision that denied West Ham a penalty for a handball against Freiburg’s Noah Weisshaupt.

Despite a lengthy review, the decision went against the Hammers, leaving Moyes and his team incensed. Off the pitch, Freiburg fans disrupted West Ham’s preparations by setting off fireworks outside the team hotel in the early hours of the morning. The disruptions seemed to affect West Ham’s performance, as they struggled to find their rhythm in the first half. Despite an improved showing in the second half, West Ham failed to capitalize on their chances, and it was Freiburg who took the lead through Michael Gregoritsch’s goal.

The defeat leaves West Ham with a mountain to climb in the second leg of the tie. Moyes expressed his frustration at his team’s performance, particularly their sloppy play and inability to retain possession. However, he remains confident that West Ham can turn the tie around in the second leg.

West Ham United performance and stats

West Ham United is currently 1st in the Europa League with 15 points.

In the last 7 games, it has won 5 times and lost twice. In its last match, West Ham United lost 1-0 against SC Freiburg.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 10 goals and conceding 4.​

SC Freiburg performance and stats

SC Freiburg is currently 2nd in the Europa League with 12 points.

In the last 8 games, it has won 5 times, drawn once, and lost twice. In its last match, SC Freiburg won 1-0 against West Ham United.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 17 goals and conceding 7.​

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