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Arsenal FC news: Laurent Koscielny admits he would rather qualify for the Champions League than WIN the FA Cup

Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny has admitted he would rather qualify for the Champions League than win the FA Cup.

The Gunners look likely to miss out on a top four finish this season for the first time in Arsene Wenger's 20-year reign.

Koscielny admits it would be a major blow to miss out on Europe's elite competition, and he would swap success in the FA Cup final later this month to play in it.

When asked if to choose between the FA Cup and Champions League, he responded: "Playing in the Champions League.