FK Mlada Boleslav 2 - 0 Shamrock Rovers (Boleslav win 5-2 on agg.) Already facing a mammoth task following the first leg, Shamrock Rovers duly bowed out of the Europa League in the Czech Republic last night.

MANCHESTER CITY achieved their goal of reaching the group stages of the Europa League with the minimum of fuss.

Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given has again been excluded from the Manchester City team for a European fixture by manager Roberto Mancini.

MARIO BALOTELLI made a dream debut for Manchester City with the winning goal against FC Timisoara in the Europa League play-off first leg last night.