Manchester United winger Indy Boonen is enjoying the challenge of the UEFA Youth League.

The Belgian forward has been a key part of the two wins in Group A, against Basel and CSKA Moscow, that sets up a key double-header against last year's finalists Benfica, who have an impressive Academy system.

"I know we've never qualified and I hope we can do it," Boonen told ManUtd.com. "We have a big chance to go through if we can beat Benfica.

"It's a big, big test but also good experience. Playing against the best teams in Europe is a good test for us and I like it very much.

"I think I have a lot of experience with European football. I'm a foreign player but I'm used to going to tournaments and representing Belgium at international level.

"I've often been playing against players from other countries so it's not a big difference for me."