West Ham United Football Club is a professional football club based in London, England. Founded in 1895, the team plays its home matches at the London Stadium, which has a capacity of around 66,000 spectators. The club's colors are claret and blue, and they are often referred to as "The Hammers" or "The Irons." West Ham has a rich history in English football, having won the FA Cup three times and the UEFA Europa League in 1965. The club has a passionate fan base and is known for its strong youth academy, which has produced several notable players over the years.