United fan Becks wants them to lose

Despite the sentiment of playing against a club he still holds very close to his heart, David Beckham is determined to help AC Milan beat Manchester United when they clash in the Champions League on Tuesday. The England midfielder spent 12 years with United before joining Real Madrid in 2003. He later moved to the LA Galaxy and is now on loan with the Rosseneri. "It's going to be emotional but, as a United fan, it's the first time I am going to want them to lose," said Beckham on Tuesday. He also paid tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson despite the fact that his Old Trafford career ended amid reports that his relationship with the fiery Scot had become strained. "Sir Alex will always be a father figure to me," added Beckham. "He always has been and he always will be.