Man City still in awe of Europe's big guns

Football - Manchester City v FC Barcelona - UEFA Champions League Second Round First Leg - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England - 24/2/15 Manchester City team group before the match Action Images via Reuters / Lee Smith

MANCHESTER (Reuters) - Manchester City had the perfect opportunity to prove they belong with Europe's elite on Tuesday but the Premier League champions blew it.

A 2-1 loss to Barcelona at the Etihad Stadium barely hinted at the disparity on the pitch.