UPDATED: 05:35 EST, 1 March 2013 David Beckham expects Cristiano Ronaldo to be at his best when he returns to Old Trafford with Real Madrid on Tuesday. The Spanish champions travel to Manchester United for the next leg of these Champions League last 16 tie and Beckham, who was changed by Ronaldo at United and eventually in Madrid, feels the atmosphere can inspire the Portuguese on his first appearance at the club since his 2009 departure. 'When you go back, you benefit from the event, of course, and I am sure it'll encourage Cristiano,' said Beckham, who first played against United when with AC Milan this season, eight years after leaving. Green machine: Marca's front page features the Real star since the 'InCR7ible' Hulk Returning hero? Cristiano Ronaldo could possibly be impressed by the Old Trafford atmosphere, warns David Beckham 'Many things encourage great players and him returning is a particular night for him. 'The followers love him and it'll be a great occasion.' It took Ronaldo only 10 minutes to equalise after Danny Welbeck had provided United the lead in the initial leg fit at the Bernabeu that finished 1-1. And though he is pleased to anticipate the Portuguese will impress, Beckham cannot see a clear favourite regarding who will advance to another round. Experienced head: Beckham knows what it's prefer to return to Old Trafford after leaving Manchester United 'United did very well at the Bernabeu and I'm sure they'll do very well at Old Trafford,' explained Beckham, who also unmasked his agreement with Paris Saint-Germain isn't certain to expire at the season's end. 'It will be a great game to view. It is difficult to say who'll win. Two great groups with great players'
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