Bayern tie so tough - Ferguson

Bayern tie so tough - Ferguson

Published Mar. 19, 2010 9:11 a.m. ET

United have been drawn to face Bayern in the last eight in a repeat of the 1999 final which they won in dramatic circumstances to seal an historic treble. Sir Alex Ferguson's side will be at home in the second leg and also know they could face the winner of the all-French quarter-final between Lyon and Bordeaux in the semis. United boss Ferguson said: "The history of playing Bayern in past European ties tells you it's going to be a very difficult tie for us. "It'll be a fantastic atmosphere in both games. They have a great stadium and good pitch and we're up against a good, experienced team. "Hopefully we'll have everyone we need for the game and we've got a good chance." Manchester United club secretary Ken Ramsden admitted the Red Devils had received a favourable draw. "If we chose the draw this would be a good draw but the games are there to be won and we're a long way from the final yet," he said. "I'm sure there'll be no complacency at Old Trafford." Former Bayern midfielder Owen Hargreaves is ineligible to play against his former club but Ramsden added: "I'm sure it will add an extra dimension for him. "I'm sure he'll want to be in Munich whether he's playing or not. It adds another element to a very attractive game already."

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