The former West Ham boss has been working at the tournament as a pundit for the BBC and admits that it is impossible to detach himself from coaching even when out of work.

Moyes told BBC Sport: "I have always loved going to matches at all levels, but being able to walk up to the stadium and having a beer as one of the people has not always been possible.

"I am having a break from management at the moment so this is my chance. I've been really looking forward to it, and I am trying to enjoy myself in Germany as much as all the supporters here are doing.

"But, at the same time, I know about the work that goes on in the background to prepare the teams I am watching - the decision the managers have to make in the days leading up to games, what to do in training and the preparation that goes into performing on this stage.

"When you actually get to understand that, you can never forget it, because it is the side of football I have had all my life, and I love that part too."

Moyes has been observing the tactical trends at Euro 2024 and is amazed at the painstaking detail that goes into all elements of a match.

He said: "The game is evolving all the time, with new trends and ideas emerging and everyone looking to find an advantage somewhere.

"Even if you look at team's kick-offs now, some of them are so well planned and structured. That's the level of detail we have reached in football.

"I remember many years ago we would have looked at American football and asked why there are all these coaches for different areas of the pitch. We have not quite gone that far yet, but the game is certainly heading closer in that direction."