West Ham United boss Gianfranco Zola is delighted with the success of English clubs in Europe.

"It is a great moment for English football right now," said Zola, who welcomes West Brom to Upton Park tonight.

"In this country you can see that the top teams are producing results, quality football and big performances - not only at home but abroad and internationally.

"The football played in this country is the most competitive in Europe so it's not a surprise to me that the English sides went through against the Italians.

"They prepare the teams and the player to a higher level and that is why they are cruising in Europe, not just against the Italian teams but the Spanish also."