Sporting Lisbon throw Manchester City out of Europa League

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Manchester City were knocked out of the Europa League on Thursday, losing on the aways goal rule to Sporting Lisbon.

City came back from 2-0 down to win 3-2 on the night, with the last-16 tie ending 3-3 on aggregate.

City had lost the first leg 1-0 in Portugal and Sporting went 2-0 ahead on the night with Matias Fernandez and Ricky van Wolfswinkel both on target before the interval for a 3-0 overall lead.

Roberto Mancini's side roared back in the second half as Sergio Aguero (2) and Mario Balotelli, from the penalty spot, gave hope of completing a dramatic recovery.

But they were unable to find another goal as Sporting held on and City joined neighbours Manchester United in exiting the tournament.