A jubilant Declan Rice swore on live TV during West Ham’s open-top bus parade after their Europa Conference League triumph.
On Wednesday night, the Hammers ended their long trophy drought as goals from Said Benrahma and Jarrod Bowen sealed a 2-1 win over Fiorentina.
It was a magical end to what has been a difficult season domestically for David Moyes’ men as they flirted with relegation in the Premier League.
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After partying until the early hours in Prague, the West Ham players celebrated their victory with fans on the streets of London on Thursday evening.
As the open-top bus parade reached the finishing point, Hammers captain Rice took to the microphone. You can watch the footage below. The video contains strong language.
He said: “To be honest with you, I didn’t expect this many people to turn up tonight. But it is West Ham so, we’re f***ing massive, ain’t we?!”
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The thousands of West Ham fans cheered loudly before the BBC were forced to apologise for Rice’s language.
Fans were quick to react on social media.
One said: “This guy’s vibes are unmatched.”
Another tweeted: “Love it. Fair play to the lad and West Ham.”
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A third fan added: “How can you possibly dislike Declan Rice… He’s just a really top bloke isn’t he?”
Someone else wrote: “As a Spurs fan talking about a West Ham legend who is likely going to be an Arsenal player I should really disagree. But I don’t. He’s an awesome bloke.”
Before dropping the F-bomb on national TV, Rice said: “To lift this trophy for this club hasn't hit me yet. It is so special. I am lost for words.
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“These are the best fans in the world again for me - two years in a row now we have been in Europe and they travel all around to follow us.”
He added: “The future is bright, we have some top players. Let's see what it holds.”
However, this could be the last time we see Rice in a West Ham shirt as speculation around his exit is intensifying, with Arsenal said to be favourites to sign the 24-year-old.
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