Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini insists he values the Europa League.

Mancini insisted that he does not regard the Europa League as a second-class competition.

"We were disappointed not to do well in the Champions League," he said. "But it was a difficult group and we were unlucky to go out with 10 points.

"Now our concentration is on the Europa. It is a long time since Manchester City won a trophy in Europe. But last season we won the FA Cup after a long time and winning a European trophy would be a big step for the club."