Progressing in the FA Cup could be "really important" for Premier League strugglers West Ham, boss David Moyes has said in the build up to their third-round tie against Brentford.
The Hammers, who finished seventh last season, have struggled this campaign and sit 17th, just outside the relegation places on goal difference.
Last season they reached the Europa League semi-finals, round five of the FA Cup and League Cup quarter-finals.
"It's a good sign," said Moyes.
He added: "We had a great thrill this year about winning our games in Europe and topping the group as we did last year.