“It’s the tie of the round” – Ferguson speaks on playing Madrid in Champions
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- Dec 20, 2012
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Manchester United boss, Sir Alex Ferguson, has tagged their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash against Real Madrid, as “the tie of the round”.
The draw will present the Scot a chance, to come up against an old rival in Jose Mourinho and a former protege, Cristiano Ronaldo.
“Well, it’s the tie of the round,” Ferguson told the club’s official website. “It’s a great opportunity for our fans to see Cristiano again and also for me to meet up with Jose again – I’ll need to order some good wine!”
Rio Ferdinand had earlier tweeted excitedly about the draw saying: “Oh yes, Madrid! What a great couple of games that’ll be! Cristiano [Ronaldo] see you soon bro!”
The first leg will take place on February 12/13 and 19/20, while the second legs will occur on March 5/6 and 12/13. Madrid will be host United in the first encounter.
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