Rio Ferdinand relishing Real Madrid test

Rio Ferdinand has revealed his excitement at Manchester United's draw with Real Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League.

The Red Devils were pitted against the Spanish giants on Thursday in what many consider to be the tie of the round.

United defender Ferdinand tweeted: "Oh yes, Madrid!! What a great couple a games that'll be!!"

The first leg will take place at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, February 13 before the two teams face off again at Old Trafford on Tuesday, March 5.