Rio Ferdinand: 'Bayern Munich tie is a great draw'

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand believes that the club's Champions League encounter with Bayern Munich is a "great draw".

United were paired with the reigning champions after successfully overcoming Olympiacos on Wednesday evening, and Ferdinand tweeted his delight at facing a club with a similar European history to themselves.

Great draw in the CL vs Bayern....can't wait! 2 great clubs steeped in great history going at it again!

— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) March 21, 2014

The first leg will take place at Old Trafford on April 1, before United make the trip to Germany on April 9.