Ronaldo makes huge prediction ahead of Man Utd-Juventus clash

Cristiano Ronaldo expects Manchester United to provide a tough test in Tuesday night’s Champions League clash, but believes Juventus will prevail.

The United great returns to Old Trafford with the Italian champions for the Group H showdown.

He said at a press conference: “It will be a difficult game. Manchester are a good team, they play at home and it will be tough for us. But we have our weapons.

“I know it’s going to be tough, but I think we have a chance. We have to respect Manchester United, because they have a fantastic team, they have an experienced coach, but I expect Juve to win the game.”

Ronaldo has returned to Old Trafford as an opposition player before, scoring to help Real Madrid knock Sir Alex Ferguson’s side out of the Champions League in 2013.

“It is special for me to return to Manchester,” added Ronaldo, who left the Spanish capital for Turin in the summer.

“Here I have many memories of victories and affection and in particular with Sir Alex Ferguson, to whom I send a big hug. He is a person who helped me so much.”

Ronaldo has returned from suspension to make the United game, having been sent off in Juve’s opening group win away to Valencia and then banned for the win over Young Boys.

“The Champions League started two games ago, even if I’m returning now,” he said. “It doesn’t matter that I was sent off and then didn’t play. We are in a great position and a win tomorrow will go a long way.”

The Portugal international has issued a firm denial to allegations he raped a woman in a Las Vegas hotel in 2009.

“My lawyers are confident and of course I am too.” he said. “The most important is I enjoy my football, I enjoy my life.”